Painter Position at GantriGantri, Inc. is a leader in digital manufacturing, producing innovative, large-scale 3D printed lighting across our Table, Wall, Pendant, and Floor collections. Our Production team handles printing, finishing, assembly, quality control, and packing to deliver high-quality, customer-ready products.
Your Role:
As a Painter in Gantri's Finishing Department, you'll use your spray painting experience to produce consistent finishes on our lighting components. You'll work closely with sanding and quality control teammates in a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Shift and Schedule:
- Regular: MondayFriday, 2:00pm10:30pmInitial training: MondayFriday, 6:00am2:30pmMandatory overtime may be required to support production needs, staff shortages, or unexpected increases in workload.
- Core Duties & Responsibilities
- Set up, adjust, and operate HVLP/LVLP spray equipment to apply primer and top coats
- Inspect sanded and primed parts before painting; achieve consistent color, coverage, and finish according to work instructions, SOPs, and quality standards
- Identify and correct defectsincluding fisheyes, orange peel, and contaminationthrough troubleshooting, touch-ups, and rework
- Clean and maintain spray guns, spray booth filters, and related equipment
- Track finishing supplies and update inventory counts in company systems
- Collaborate with sanding and QC teammates to resolve finishing issues; report equipment problems, shortages, and quality concerns to supervisors
- Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety protocols for coating handling and protective equipment
- Cross-train and support Print, QC, Assembly, and other manufacturing functions as assigned to meet daily production goals
- Embrace Gantri's values: Drive Impact, Think Critically, Champion Change, Move Fast, and Empower Anti-Fragility
- Essential Requirements & Skills
- Experience & Background 3+ years of hands-on experience as a production painter in a production or manufacturing setting, with working knowledge of spray guns, booths, and finishing techniques
- Ability to independently set up, adjust, and maintain spray equipment and identify and correct paint finish defects, including fisheyes, orange peel, and contamination
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Woodworking finishing or automotive body repair and painting experience preferred
- Basic English skills sufficient to understand safety instructions, follow directions, and communicate essential information
- Technical & Interpersonal SkillsStrong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and hand-eye coordination
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and meet quality standards
- Basic computer literacy for inventory updates and production records
- Clear communication, teamwork, and adaptability in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Willingness to support different tasks, take initiative, accept feedback, and develop skills
- Reliable attendance
Physical Requirements:- Repetitive, hands-on work throughout an 8+ hour shift
- Standing for extended periods
- Lifting and moving materials as needed
- Bending, reaching, and moving throughout the shift
- Personal Protective Equipment (Environmental Health & Safety)
- Wear a respirator during painting and other designated activities, which may extend throughout an 8+ hour shift
- Wear eye protection and Tyvek coveralls over clothing
- Complete a company-sponsored medical evaluation for respirator use before fit testing and required use
Complete required respirator fit testing and training$27 - $35.28 an hour Note: Swing-shift employees receive an additional 10% differential when working the Swing Shift calculated on the base rate. This differential does not apply during Day Shift training.
Why Join Gantri?
Help bring our lighting designs to life alongside experienced manufacturing professionals. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work culture, and opportunities to develop your skills and grow within the company.
Gantri, Inc. is an equal opportunity 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, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.
