Industrial Paint Specialist

Caterpillar Inc.

South Milwaukee, WI, US
Base: step 1 $27.93ph to step 3 $30.26ph; bonus: $...
2+ years industrial painting experience
Operating spray booths and shot blast equipment
Mixing paints and adjusting viscosity
This role involves preparing and applying industrial coatings to parts, sub-assemblies, and complete machines to ensure quality and durability

Job Summary

  • This role involves preparing and applying industrial coatings to parts, sub-assemblies, and complete machines to ensure quality and durability.
  • Candidates will operate spray booths, shot blast equipment, and jib/overhead cranes while maintaining strict safety and cleanliness standards.
  • The position offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus, step-based pay progression up to $30.26/hr, and a $1.00/hr shift premium for 3rd shift work.

Matching Summary

This role involves preparing and applying industrial coatings to parts, sub-assemblies, and complete machines to ensure quality and durability.

Salary

Base: Step 1 $27.93/hr to Step 3 $30.26/hr; Bonus: $2,000 Sign-On Bonus; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with 6% match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 2+ years industrial painting experience
  • Operating spray booths and shot blast equipment
  • Mixing paints and adjusting viscosity
  • Applying prime and finish coats
  • Positioning work with cranes

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with large components like frames and booms
  • Strong attention to detail and quality standards
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Willingness to work overtime
  • Experience cleaning parts with solvents and brushes

Key Requirements

  • 2+ years of industrial painting experience
  • Previous paint experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to determine proper sequence of operations
  • No sponsorship available for foreign nationals

Work Rights

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