Job Opportunities API

Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Apply wet paint coatings to metal parts using spray guns and related painting equipment. • Prepare surfaces by cleaning, masking, and sanding parts to ensure proper paint adhesion and finish quality. • Mix and prepare paints, thinners, and coatings according to specifications. • Load, unload, hang, and remove parts from carts, racks, and conveyors. • Operate paint booths, curing ovens, and associated paint equipment. • Use forklifts, hoists, and other material-handling equipment to move parts and materials. • Inspect painted parts for defects such as runs, sags, thin coverage, or contamination. • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of paint equipment and booths. • Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. • Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience • Knowledge of wet paint systems, coatings, and application techniques. • Familiarity with safety procedures related to paints, solvents, and hazardous materials. • Experience operating spray equipment, paint booths, and curing ovens. • Ability to read and follow work instructions, paint specifications, and safety data sheets (SDS). • Ability to identify and correct quality and safety issues.