Paint Technician 2nd Shift

Paint Technician 2nd Shift

La Crosse, WI

Job Reference ID: 93000

Category: Light Industrial

Job Type: Try-Before-Hire

Location: La Crosse, WI

PAINT TECHNICIAN 2nd Shift LA CROSSE, WI

ABR Employment Services has an opening with a client in La Crosse, WI for a Paint Technician. This position is responsible for preparing, coating, and finishing fiberglass pultruded products to meet quality and customer specifications while following all safety and environmental standards.

Position details:

Shift: 2nd shift

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 2:45pm-11:00 pm

Pay: $20-$21

What you'll do:

Prepare fiberglass products for painting (cleaning, sanding, masking, and surface inspection)

Mix paints, coatings, and catalysts according to specifications and manufacturer guidelines

Apply coatings using spray equipment, rollers, or other methods to meet finish and thickness standards

Monitor and maintain paint booth equipment, ventilation systems, and spray guns

Perform routine cleaning and preventative maintenance of paint room equipment

Inspect finished products for defects, consistency, and compliance with quality standards

Maintain accurate production and material usage records

Follow all safety procedures related to hazardous materials, ventilation, and required PPE

Properly handle, store, and dispose of paints and chemicals per policy and environmental regulations

Assist with material movement and staging of product as needed

Support continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives

Perform additional duties consistent with the role as assigned

What we're looking for:

Required

Previous painting experience

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to read work orders and follow detailed specifications

Strong attention to detail and safety awareness

Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills

Preferred

High school diploma (or equivalent)

Work environment / physical requirements

PPE required (may include safety glasses, gloves, cut-resistant sleeves, steel-toe footwear, hearing protection, and respiratory protection)

Must be medically qualified to wear a respirator if required and comply with OSHA respiratory protection standards; Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are maintained and accessible

Standing/walking on concrete for extended periods (up to 8-12 hour shifts)

Frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs; occasional lifting up to 75 lbs with assistance

Push, pull, and maneuver heavy product carts or raw materials

Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, climbing steps/ladders, and reaching overhead

Frequent repetitive arm/wrist/hand movement at and above waist/shoulder height to apply coatings using spray equipment

Industrial setting with machinery, moving mechanical parts, high noise levels, and heat

Regular exposure to resins, fiberglass reinforcements, chemical catalysts, solvents, dust, and process-related fumes; strong chemical odors and airborne fiberglass particles may be present

Strict adherence to machine guarding standards, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and Hazard Communication (SDS review and proper chemical handling)

Accurate documentation and adherence to inspection procedures are required for regulatory compliance and customer satisfaction

ABR Employment Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veterans' status.