Job Title: 1st Shift Industrial Painter Job Description
This role focuses on industrial painting and powder coating of manufactured metal products using spray guns in a clean, climate-controlled production environment. You work on 1st shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, applying wet paint and powder coatings, preparing parts, and ensuring high-quality finishes through precise application and inspection.
Responsibilities
Paint and powder coat surfaces of manufactured metal products using spray guns in a paint booth environment.
Set up and operate an industrial washer to clean parts prior to painting or coating.
Load parts onto conveyors and prepare workpieces through sanding, blasting, sandblasting, and other paint prep activities.
Mix coatings and liquid paints to the desired color and correct ratios, and pour powder into hoppers for application.
Set and monitor baking oven temperatures to properly cure and bake paint and powder coatings according to specifications.
Perform quality checks on coated parts, including measuring paint thickness with a mil thickness gauge to ensure proper coverage.
Operate various painting and coating tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
Carry out inspections, clean-up activities, and proper storage and disposal of coating products and related materials.
Work with minimal supervision to complete a full range of specialized coating projects from start to finish.
Collaborate with team members to produce superior quality products and maintain high standards of workmanship.
Exhibit pride in workmanship, take responsibility for completed work, and support continuous improvement in quality and processes.
Lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long durations to meet production and project requirements.
Essential Skills
At least 2 years of painting experience in an industrial or similar environment.
Experience (3 years preferred) using spray guns to apply wet paint and powder coatings.
Hands-on experience with industrial painting, powder coating, and paint booth operations.
Proficiency in mixing paints and coatings to correct color and ratio specifications.
Ability to perform sanding, blasting, sandblasting, and general paint preparation tasks.
Capability to set up and operate industrial washers for part cleaning.
Skill in operating baking ovens and setting specified temperatures for proper curing of coatings.
Ability to perform detailed quality checks, including measuring paint thickness with a mil thickness gauge.
Competence in handling coating products, including inspection, clean-up, storage, and disposal.
Capacity to work with minimal supervision while completing specialized coating projects.
Strong sense of pride in workmanship and responsibility for the quality of finished products.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods during the shift.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working in an industrial or precision metal fabrication environment.
Familiarity with paint sprayers, powder coat systems, and related industrial painting equipment.
Knowledge of coating processes for products used in HVAC, roofing, and window applications.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing superior quality finishes.
Willingness to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a positive team environment.
Availability to work 4 ten-hour shifts, with overtime opportunities available before the shift.
Why Work Here?
You join a company that supports work-life balance through a 4-day, 10-hour shift schedule, giving you full weekends to recharge. After 90 days, you gain access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits, along with a 401(k) profit-sharing plan to support your long-term financial goals. Generous time-off benefits include two weeks of vacation, paid holidays, and a full paid shutdown during the week of Christmas. Consistent good attendance is rewarded with additional VAP days every 35 days, offering extra paid time off and recognizing your reliability and commitment.
Work Environment
You work in a clean, climate-controlled, and well-organized industrial setting that emphasizes safety and has a strong track record of very low injury rates. The facility operates as a precision metal fabrication environment serving industries such as HVAC, roofing, and windows. You use industrial washers, conveyors, spray guns, paint booths, powder coating equipment, baking ovens, and quality inspection tools such as mil thickness gauges. The standard schedule is 1st shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, following a 4-day, 10-hour shift structure, with overtime available before the shift. The environment supports focused, detail-oriented work on coated metal products while maintaining comfort and safety throughout the workday.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canton, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canton, OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Canton,OH.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
