Painter (2Nd Shift)

STS Technical Services is actively seeking 2nd Shift Painters to join a growing manufacturing team in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience in an industrial paint environment with a company known for its quality, safety, and team culture.

If you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a high-performing paint department, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

As a Painter on 2nd shift, you’ll support various operations within the paint department, including part preparation, hanging/unhooking components, surface cleaning, touch-up, and general maintenance tasks. No special prior training is required — just a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive assignments from the Supervisor, Lead, or production scheduling tool
• Follow work instructions and company procedures for assigned paint tasks
• Assist in preparing parts for paint by cleaning, masking, sanding, or grinding
• Load and unload parts onto overhead hooks or conveyors using manual handling or a bridge crane
• Use air tools, pneumatic grinders, and other equipment to clean and prep surfaces
• Apply touch-up paint and inspect painted parts for quality and finish
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and assist with housekeeping duties
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on tools and equipment
• Support other departments or work areas as needed

Essential Functions

• Ability to lift, hang, and remove parts safely from paint line equipment
• Comfortable working with compressed air tools and surface prep equipment
• Physically capable of performing repetitive tasks, bending, reaching, and standing for long periods
• Must be able to wear required PPE (including safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe boots with metatarsal covers, and a respirator if needed)

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading, writing, and understanding English
• Basic math skills and ability to use standard measuring instruments
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions
• Must complete a medical questionnaire and meet physical job requirements
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or paint environment is a plus but not required

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with global leaders in manufacturing, defense, aviation, and engineering. We put talented professionals to work at client facilities all over the United States, offering career growth, reliable support, and a commitment to your long-term success.

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