Senior Spray Painter & Finisher

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Spray Painter & Finisher with extensive experience in production, manufacturing, theming, and artistic finishing. The ideal candidate will be responsible for applying high-quality paint finishes, textures, and coatings to various surfaces, ensuring consistency, durability, and artistic precision. This role requires expertise in using different spray painting techniques, color matching, and surface preparation, as well as the ability to work with a variety of materials such as wood, metal, plastic, and fiberglass.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and paint surfaces using spray guns, airbrushes, and other finishing tools to achieve high-quality finishes.
• Apply primers, basecoats, topcoats, lacquers, and specialty coatings according to project specifications.
• Mix and match paints to achieve custom colors and textures required for theming and artistic projects.
• Perform surface preparation, including sanding, filling, and masking, to ensure smooth and flawless finishes.
• Work closely with designers, engineers, and production teams to meet artistic and manufacturing standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations related to spray painting and finishing.
• Conduct quality control inspections to maintain high standards in all finished products.
• Troubleshoot painting and finishing issues, adjusting techniques and materials as needed.
• Maintain and clean painting equipment, spray booths, and work areas.
• Train and mentor junior painters and team members in advanced spray painting techniques.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Senior Spray Painter / Finisher in a manufacturing, production, or artistic/theming environment.
• Expertise in HVLP, airless, and electrostatic spray painting techniques.
• Strong knowledge of paint types, solvents, coatings, and finishing materials.
• Ability to create custom finishes, special effects, and artistic textures.
• Understanding of safety protocols and regulations for handling hazardous materials.
• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy materials when needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in theming projects, scenic painting, or artistic production.
• Knowledge of automotive, aerospace, or industrial painting standards.
• Familiarity with CNC cutting, sculpting, or surface texturing.
• Certifications in spray painting, coatings, or industrial finishing (preferred but not required).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temporary, Contract