Industrial Painter

Carrier Processing Equipment Group (CPEG) offers customers a comprehensive line of large industrial processing equipment for a wide variety of industries. By combining engineering expertise including high tolerance fabrication and assembly, we design and manufacture custom bulk processing equipment and custom fluid solutions. Please visit us at https://www.cpeg.com/ to see the full scale of our product lines and solutions including the diverse family of brands who make up our portfolio.

We are looking for a Industrial Painter at our Mathiston, MS location to support the Sly division. This onsite position is responsible for coating engineered equipment according to the customer/engineering specifications and standards, which includes, surface prep and cleaning prior to coatings. Please visit https://www.slyinc.com/ to see the products and capabilities of Sly.

Schedule

Monday-Thursday, 5 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all business in accordance with all company policies and safety practices.
• Follow production procedures, job order paperwork, and customer specifications.
• Complete all documentation required by paint procedures.
• Use testing equipment to ensure proper coverage.
• Understand how to use, clean, and maintain paint equipment.
• Able to use ladders, manlifts other equipment to coat equipment from an elevated surface.
• Apply paint and other industrial coatings to engineered equipment using a spray gun.
• Apply paint and other industrial coatings to engineered equipment using a roller applicator.
• Prep paint surface with blast media, as needed.
• Prep paint surface with industrial cleaning solvents prior to coating.
• Complete finished paint quality inspections.
• Demonstrate attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean work area. 
• Check, clean, and replace paint booth filter as required.

Peripheral Responsibilities

• Effectively communicate with other departments, in both the written & oral forms
• Aid in assembly of equipment.
• Aid in product improvement.

• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to stand and/or walk around the plant for up to 8 hours a day.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Able to work varied hours and shifts if required.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Able to understand and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Able to wear Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE), and Operate equipment in a safe manner as trained.
• Be committed to working safely, being mindful of one’s own safety and the safety of co-workers.
• Able to understand and follow directions.
• Excellent team player.
• Able to read a tape measure and/or ruler in increments of 1/8”.
• Understand and perform simple math.
• Able to understand and calculate units of measure (oz, gal, sq. ft.).
• Must be dedicated to customer satisfaction.
• Maintain a high standard of quality of work.
• Able to read and follow manufacturers' paint procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in an industrial setting, with a documented background applying spray coatings.
• Minimum of High School diploma or G.E.D.

Competencies & Skills

• Integrity and Trust
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Results orientation
• Peer Relationships
• Decision Quality
• Problem Solving
• Accountability
• Drive for Results

Equipment Used

• Air tools
• Wrenches
• Ladders
• Mechanical lifts
• Drift pins
• Overhead Cranes
• Forklifts
• Floor Jacks
• Paint millage gauge
• Pipe Threader
• All types of airless and pressurized spray equipment
• Respirators
• Paint testing equipment

Competitive Benefits

• 40 Hours of PTO after 90 Days, and generous paid time off, as well as 80 hours of holiday pay each year.
• Four-Day Workweek.
• Overtime Opportunities.
• Ability to become an Employee Owner. This benefit is fully funded by the company—no employee contribution required—and builds value for you over time based on the company's performance. While results vary from year to year, the ESOP consistently delivers retirement benefits that exceed those of a typical 401(k) match.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. We provide a company contribution with Health Savings Account (HSA) participation. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) are also available for healthcare and dependent care expenses, regardless of whether you are enrolled in a company medical plan.
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability coverage, along with supplemental Short-Term Disability coverage (company pays 50% of premium).
• Voluntary coverages such as additional life insurance, accident insurance and more.
• Employee Assistance Program. Our EAP offers free, confidential support including legal and financial consultations, counseling services, estate planning, travel assistance, and work-life resources such as childcare, eldercare, and health advocacy.
• Employee Referral Program bonus.
• Educational Assistance.
• Career Advancement. CPEG is 100% employee-owned and led by a dynamic executive team of talented individuals who have risen through the management structure.
• Option to contribute to a 401(k) plan with flexible loan feature—invest in your future while keeping access to your funds if you need them.
• Cash Balance Pension Plan. We contribute to this retirement savings on your behalf—no employee contribution required. Combined with a guaranteed 4% rate of return, this means you receive a consistent and valuable retirement benefit every year.