Painter
Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry on the planet. And we are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in the polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead. Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside. Why don´t you join us?
Summary of the Role:
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions is currently looking for a painter to add to our team!
As a painter, you would prepare the surfaces of the parts, mix the paint, prep your tools, and apply paint ensuring high quality, blemish free parts.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Use sanders and similar tools to ensure parts are prepped for paint.
- Routinely review work orders, work on correct operations and jobs.
- Sand and prep surfaces to requirement and meet daily Takt times.
- Prepare and mix paint to the requirement using weight scales and mixers.
- Painting parts to meet requirements.
- Document all required information as per the work instructions.
- Package and prepare parts for shipment to next operation.
- Verify correct part count and paperwork accompanies product.
- Maintain your work area, keep it stocked, clean, and organized.
- Maintain the area and paint booth by changing filters as required, documenting maintenance, monitor and document nanometer readings, replacing dirt traps, mats, etc.
- Maintain inventory control of supplies and remove expiring items from system and work area.
- Maintain spray equipment to the highest standard.
- Reviewing work and delivering blemish free parts to paint.
- Maintain a safe work environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills:
- Must keep the area clean and organized at all times.
- Must maintain a FOD free work environment.
- Ability to use a DA sander for several hours.
- Ability to use a paint spray gun for several hours.
- Lift up to 50 lbs. or more with assistance
- Basic reading, writing, math, and computer skills
- Communication skills
- Detail-oriented with an ability to multi-task and problem-solve.
- Proficient use of paint guns, including the ability to adjust it for humidity and viscosity to achieve required paint results.
- Full understanding of cleaning a paint gun including disassembly and reassembly for maintaining a clean gun for high quality paint results.
- Proficient in mixing paint components (paint, thinner, hardener)
- Knowledge of Solvent and Waterborne Paints.
- Proficient use of Zahn EZ cup and DIN Flow cup
- Knowledge of using a PosiPen and Wet Film Thickness Gauge
- Must have the ability to compare color charts to actual painted parts.
- Must be able to differentiate colors to accurately identify defects in product paint
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Understand paint mixing, cure time, and paint expiration dates
- Prior experience painting required
- Lift up to 50 lbs. or more with assistance
- Basic reading, writing, math, and computer skills
- Must be able to be approved for a respirator through a fit test through a third party.
Application:
The final compensation offered to the candidate may be based on geographical location, work experience and/or skill level. Additions to the compensation packing, including but not limited to paid time off, insurance benefits and 401(k) eligibility, will be outlined at the time of the job offer.
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Last Application Date 5/20/2026
As an EEO/Affirmative Action employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.
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