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Industrial Painter / Sandblaster (Paint Booth & Blast Booth Operator)

Industrial Painter / Sandblaster (Paint Booth & Blast Booth Operator)

R-Tech Tool & Machine, Inc.Wamego, KS, US
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Industrial Painter / Sandblaster (Paint Booth & Blast Booth Operator) Company :

  • R-Tech Tool & Machine Location : Wamego, KS (onsite) Reports To : Pl ant Management FLSA Status : Non-Exempt Schedule : Full-Time, Day Shift (Mon–Fri, 6 : 30 a.m. – 5 : 00 p.m.), overtime as needed Compensation : $20.00–$25.00 per hour (based on experience) Work Setting : Manufacturing / production shop; not remote Why Join R-Tech R-Tech Tool & Machine is a family-owned manufacturer known for precision, quality, and on-time delivery.
  • As an Industrial Painter / Sandblaster , your craftsmanship is the last, critical step before our products ship to customers.
  • You’ll work in a safety-first, team-oriented environment with steady hours, competitive pay, and room to grow.
  • Summary / Objective Prepare, blast, and paint fabricated steel components to meet quality, safety, and production standards.
  • This role ensures high-quality finishes, accurate documentation, and reliable throughput so orders meet ship dates.

What You’ll Do (Day-to-Day) Surface prep & blasting :

  • Clean, mask, and sandblast steel parts to specification; remove scale, rust, and prior coatings.

    • Coating application :

  • Mix, prime, and paint parts per prints / specs; verify coverage, adhesion, and finish.

    • Equipment operation :

  • Safely run paint booth and blast booth; use hoists / forklifts to stage and move parts.

    • Quality & documentation :

  • Perform in-process inspections; complete quality sheets and maintain paint / blast records.

    • Production tracking :

  • Log job starts / completions in the MRP / ERP system to support scheduling and ship dates.

    • Care & upkeep :

  • Clean spray guns, pots, blast equipment, and work areas; replenish media and materials.

    • Safety & PPE :

  • Wear respirator and required PPE; follow LOTO and shop safety procedures.

    • Maintenance support :

  • Report malfunctions promptly; assist with basic preventative maintenance.
  • Other duties as assigned by management.

    • Minimum Qualifications (Apply only if you meet these) High school diploma or GED.

  • At least 1 year of experience in industrial painting, sandblasting, or closely related finishing work OR completion of relevant technical training.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent bending, stooping, standing, and repetitive motions.
  • Ability to pass a respirator medical / fit exam ; willingness to wear PPE for full shifts.
  • Basic computer / data-entry skills for production tracking.
  • Strong attention to detail; can read / follow written instructions and safety procedures; dependable attendance.
  • Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of industrial painting / sandblasting in a manufacturing or fabrication shop.
  • Experience with MRP / ERP production tracking.
  • Forklift and / or overhead hoist experience.
  • Knowledge of paint mixing, viscosity checks, film-thickness / finish standards, and surface prep best practices (e.g., SSPC / NACE concepts).
  • Exposure & Work Environment Frequent exposure to noise, dust / abrasives, and paint / chemical fumes in a production shop with moving equipment.

    • Requires use of PPE :

  • respirator, safety glasses, gloves, protective clothing, and hearing protection.
  • Prolonged standing; frequent lifting and material handling.

    • Pay, Schedule & Benefits Pay :

  • $20–$25 / hr (DOE), overtime available.

    • Schedule :

  • Monday–Friday day shift (6 : 30 a.m. – 5 : 00 p.m.).

    • Benefits :

  • 401(k) with company match; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid time off; Employee Assistance Program; referral program.
  • How This Role Fits Reporting to the Production Supervisor, this position supports production flow, quality, and on-time shipments.
  • Your work directly impacts customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Equal Opportunity R-Tech Tool & Machine is an equal opportunity employer.
  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.

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