Production Painter

Job Details: Job Location: Doonan Plant - Great Bend, KS, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Production Painter – Day & Night Shift

Put the Finishing Touch on Something Built to Last

At Doonan Specialized Trailer, our production team builds high-quality commercial trailers from the ground up. Our Production Painters play an important role in making sure each trailer leaves our facility looking professional and ready for the road.

We're looking for dependable, detail-oriented individuals who take pride in quality workmanship and want to develop valuable skills in a professional manufacturing environment.

Why Join Doonan?

Day and Night Shift opportunities available
Competitive pay based on experience
Up to $24.00 per hour
On-the-job training and skill development
Stable, full-time employment
Opportunities for advancement
Employee bonus and profit-sharing potential
Work in a team-oriented manufacturing environment

Position Summary

Doonan Specialized Trailer is seeking motivated and detail-oriented Production Painters to join our manufacturing team on both Day and Night Shifts.

Production Painters are responsible for preparing trailer surfaces and applying paint and protective coatings to large steel and aluminum commercial trailers. This position requires attention to detail, proper surface preparation, and the ability to consistently produce a high-quality finish.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, understands the importance of quality and consistency, and is comfortable working with painting equipment and materials in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Responsibilities

Prepare steel and aluminum trailer surfaces for painting
Clean, degrease, sand, grind, and otherwise prepare surfaces as required
Mask and protect areas that should not receive paint or coatings
Mix and prepare paints, primers, and coatings according to specifications
Operate paint guns and other painting equipment
Apply primer, paint, and protective coatings to trailer components and completed trailers
Maintain proper paint coverage, thickness, and finish quality
Inspect completed surfaces for runs, sags, imperfections, and other defects
Perform touch-up and rework as necessary to meet quality standards
Maintain and clean paint guns, hoses, equipment, and work areas
Follow proper procedures for handling, storage, and disposal of paints and chemicals
Follow all company safety procedures and quality requirements
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Qualifications

Previous industrial, automotive, commercial, or production painting experience preferred
Experience with spray painting equipment is a plus
Knowledge of surface preparation and paint application techniques
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
Willingness to learn new processes and equipment
Commitment to workplace safety

Physical Requirements

This position involves painting large commercial trailers and requires the ability to:

Stand and walk for extended periods
Climb ladders and work on and around large trailers
Bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and work in various positions
Safely operate painting equipment and power tools
Work in a production environment with exposure to paint, coatings, dust, and other manufacturing materials
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: Up to $24.00 per hour, depending on experience (+$2 shift differential pay for night shift)
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) with Company Match up to 4%
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employment Requirements

Full-time positions available
Day and Night Shift opportunities
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening, workfit test, and background check

Apply Today

If you're looking for a stable manufacturing career where quality craftsmanship matters and you can take pride in seeing your work on the road, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply online through our Careers page or contact Kameron Keener to learn more about joining the Doonan team.
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