Custom Industrial Painter – Class A Finishes in Hartland, Wisconsin at Fathom Mfg

Perform detailed masking, cleaning, priming, and surface preparation prior to painting.

Inspect finished parts for color accuracy, coverage, consistency, and cosmetic defects.

Identify, troubleshoot, and correct paint defects, including orange peel, runs, fisheyes, and adhesion issues.

Interpret customer specifications, technical instructions, and coating requirements to determine appropriate application methods.

Adapt painting techniques and workflows for custom prototypes, small batches, and high-volume production.

Collaborate with Finishing, Production, and Quality teams to maintain efficient workflows and minimize rework.

Maintain paint equipment, work areas, and compliance with safety and quality procedures.

Required Qualifications

Proven hands-on experience in custom automotive, industrial, aerospace, or specialty spray painting.

Demonstrated ability to produce Class A, show-quality, or high-end cosmetic finishes.

Strong understanding of paint chemistry, mixing ratios, reducers, hardeners, primers, and curing requirements.

Experience applying multiple paint systems rather than working exclusively with a single coating or repetitive process.

Proficiency with HVLP or conventional spray equipment, including setup, adjustment, and troubleshooting.

Knowledge of surface preparation, cleaning, masking, and paint adhesion across different substrates.

Ability to independently evaluate finish quality, identify defects, and perform corrective work.

Ability to read and follow technical specifications, work instructions, and customer requirements.

Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and adaptability to changing project requirements.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Knowledge of paint handling, PPE, ventilation, and workplace safety practices.

Preferred Qualifications

Background in custom automotive painting, restoration, aerospace, industrial coatings, or prototype finishing.

Experience painting plastics, metals, fiberglass, and composite materials.

Familiarity with military, aerospace, or customer-specific coating specifications.

Experience painting 3D-printed components and CNC-machined parts.

Experience transitioning between custom, low-volume projects and repeatable high-volume production.

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