Painter

Koch Enterprises • Strafford, MO

1d • $18

About The Position

Support the Paint Line Team by applying high‑quality powder coating using cone, disk, or nozzle‑type industrial equipment. You may rotate between stations as needed.

Requirements

• Understanding of powder coating, ovens, conveyors, and wash systems preferred
• Ability to read blueprints, specs, and shop documentation
• 1+ year manufacturing or related experience preferred
• Basic math skills (fractions, decimals, ratios, percentages)
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, protractors, and tape measures
• Ability to follow detailed written or verbal instructions
• Basic problem‑solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail
• Quality‑focused; continuous improvement mindset
• Able to collaborate professionally with coworkers and customers
• Problem‑solving and troubleshooting capabilities
• Regular standing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and handling materials
• Lift/move up to 50 lbs regularly
• Vision requirements: close, distance, color, and depth perception

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred (not required)

Responsibilities

• Start and adjust conveyor and spray equipment.
• Set paint pressure and flow; monitor gauges.
• Hang parts as they come off the line.
• Inspect parts for paint quality (runs, sags, missed areas).
• Adjust spray patterns to correct coating issues.
• Clean paint booths, hooks, grids, and spray equipment.
• Hand‑spray parts for touch‑ups or rust prevention.
• Mix paint per specifications and adjust consistency.
• Follow SDS and safety requirements.
• Complete other assigned tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees