Industrial Painter (2nd Shift) at ABPC Company LLC – New Baltimore, Michigan

DESCRIPTION

As an Industrial Painter, you will be responsible for applying high-performance coatings that meet strict customer, industry, and regulatory requirements. This role supports mission-critical components where precision, quality, and documentation are essential. You will operate advanced coating equipment, prepare parts to exact specifications, and ensure finished products meet military, automotive and aerospace standards for durability, appearance, and performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow all OSHA safety requirements and actively participate in 6S, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Operate industrial coating equipment including blast booths, paint booths, curing ovens, and material handling systems
• Apply liquid coatings, ensuring proper coverage, film thickness, adhesion, and finish
• Prepare parts through cleaning, blasting, masking, plugging, and staging per detailed work instructions and customer specifications
• Load and unload parts onto racks or conveyors, ensuring proper alignment, grounding, and safe handling
• Read and interpret work orders, technical drawings, blueprints, and military or aerospace specifications
• Ensure coatings meet applicable military standards, aerospace requirements, and customer-defined quality criteria
• Support ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Management Systems by following documented procedures and accurately completing required records
• Perform in-process and final inspections, identifying defects and taking corrective action when required
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, quality personnel, and team members to maintain workflow and resolve issues
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work area
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, process deviations, or safety concerns promptly
• Participate in root cause analysis and recommend improvements to coating processes, efficiency, and product quality
• Demonstrate flexibility by assisting in related operations such as blasting, masking, prep, loading, and unloading as needed
• Accurately track production output and maintain required documentation
• Maintain a strong customer-focused mindset, recognizing the critical nature of military and aerospace work

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be detail-oriented, quality-driven, and comfortable working in a regulated manufacturing environment. Experience with military, automotive and aerospace coating requirements is essential, along with the ability to consistently produce high-quality work while meeting production schedules.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Prior experience as an industrial painter in military and/or aerospace environments required
• Strong understanding of coating thickness, adhesion, cure schedules, and finish quality standards
• Familiarity with military specifications and aerospace quality requirements preferred
• Experience working within ISO 9001 and AS9100 certified environments
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Reliable, dependable, and able to meet production deadlines
• Safety-focused with a consistent record of following procedures

WORKING CONDITIONS AND OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for 8–10 hours per shift, often on concrete floors
• Regularly lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching
• Work in a hot, loud, and fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment
• Exposure to industrial coatings, solvents, blasting media, and cleaning chemicals
• Required use of PPE including respirators, gloves, safety glasses, and protective clothing