Industrial Painter and Blaster

Hazelett Corporation is a global leader in continuous casting technology, designing and manufacturing innovative casting machines and engineered equipment for the aluminum, copper, steel, and specialty metals industries. For more than 100 years, we've combined engineering excellence with advanced manufacturing to deliver world-class equipment that helps customers improve productivity and performance across the globe.

Our success is built on skilled craftspeople who take pride in producing quality work that lasts for decades.

Position Overview

Hazelett is seeking an Industrial Painter & Blaster to join our Manufacturing team. In this hands-on role, you'll prepare, blast, and apply industrial coatings to large custom-built casting machines, fabricated components, and other industrial equipment before they are shipped to customers around the world.

This position plays a critical role in protecting our equipment from corrosion and wear while ensuring every machine leaves our facility with a professional, high-quality finish. If you enjoy working with your hands, take pride in craftsmanship, and value producing work that stands the test of time, we'd love to hear from you.

Full Time Position: 1st Shift, schedule options:

• 5x8 Mon – Fri (6:30 am – 3:00 pm)
• 4x10 Mon-Thu / Tues-Fri (6:30 am – 5:00 pm)

Full Time Position: 2nd Shift:

• 4x10 Mon-Thu (4:48 pm – 2:48 am)
• 2nd shift includes a 20% shift differential

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Prepare surfaces by abrasive blasting to remove rust, mill scale, contaminants, and old coatings.
• Apply industrial coatings, primers, epoxies, and polyurethane finishes using airless, air-assisted, and conventional spray equipment.
• Paint and finish large fabricated assemblies, casting machines, structural components, and industrial equipment.
• Inspect surfaces and completed coatings to ensure proper adhesion, coating thickness, and overall finish quality.
• Maintain paint and blasting equipment, including spray guns, hoses, pumps, compressors, and related tools.
• Read technical drawings, coating specifications, Technical Data Sheets (TDS), and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Accurately document materials used and completed work.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of respirators, personal protective equipment (PPE), and hazardous material handling.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Two or more years of industrial painting and abrasive blasting experience preferred.
• Experience applying industrial coatings using a variety of spray equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and coating specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• A safety-first mindset and willingness to consistently follow established procedures.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a manufacturing team.
• Dependability, strong attendance, and a commitment to seeing work through to completion.
• A willingness to continuously learn and develop new skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position is well-suited for individuals who enjoy active, hands-on work in a manufacturing environment. Candidates should be able to:

• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform repetitive movements throughout the workday.
• Lift, carry, and move materials, equipment, and tools weighing up to 50 pounds as required.
• Work comfortably on and around large industrial equipment, including elevated platforms and occasionally in confined spaces.
• Wear respirators and other required personal protective equipment for extended periods while maintaining safe work practices.
• Maintain the stamina needed to safely perform physically demanding work throughout the shift while consistently producing quality results.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Hazelett offers 24 plans through its medical coverage and for most of the plans, Hazelett pays 100% of the premiums.
• Hazelett pays 100% of Dental Premiums for one of the best plans in the state.
• Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Matching 401k after 90 days. Fully vested once you start contributing!
• 9 Company Holidays.
• 4 weeks of paid time off.
• On-site Athletic Trainer.
• Free use of our company beach on Malletts Bay and boat mooring at a discounted price.
• Opportunities for growth and skill development.

WHY YOU’LL WANT THIS OPPORTUNITY

At Hazelett, your work makes a lasting impact. As an Industrial Painter & Blaster, you'll help protect and finish custom-engineered casting machines that are used by customers around the world. If you take pride in quality craftsmanship, reliability, and attention to detail, you'll find a rewarding career with a team committed to excellence and innovation.

The base pay range for this full-time position is $23.00 - $ 28.00. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. In addition, our ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

Hazelett is passionately committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture. Join us in building a community where differences are our strength, and where everyone has an equal chance to thrive.