Painter

Fives Giddings & Lewis, LLC – Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

Join Fives and Become Part of an Industry Leader

At Fives, we design and manufacture world-class industrial equipment and solutions that shape the future of manufacturing. Fives Giddings & Lewis is seeking a skilled Painter to join our production team. This role is responsible for preparing, cleaning, and painting large manufactured components while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and craftsmanship.

If you take pride in producing high-quality finishes, enjoy hands-on work, and want to contribute to products used around the world, we'd like to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Painter is responsible for the preparation, cleaning, repair, and painting of fabricated and machined components. This position supports manufacturing operations by ensuring parts are properly finished, protected, and prepared for shipment while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Painting & Surface Preparation

• Clean, prepare, mask, and paint components of various sizes and configurations.
• Ensure finished products meet quality and appearance requirements
• Mix paints, coatings, and catalysts to the proper specifications and viscosity.
• Apply coatings using spray equipment, brushes, and rollers.
• Perform grinding, sanding, surface finishing, and Bondo application as required.
• Conduct paint and bodywork similar to automotive refinishing standards.
• Steam clean components prior to painting when required.

Material Handling

• Move materials and components using forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Safely handle and protect parts to prevent damage during movement and processing.
• Make crane hookups and operate floor-controlled cranes to position workpieces.

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

• Serve as the subject matter expert for cleaning and painting requirements.
• Create, update, and maintain cleaning and painting procedures and documentation.
• Maintain paint usage logs, filter replacement logs, and required records.
• Monitor inventory levels of paint, filters, and other consumables.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area utilizing 5S principles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience & Skills

• Previous industrial, manufacturing, automotive, or heavy equipment painting experience preferred.
• Experience with Bondo application, sanding, and surface preparation.
• Ability to operate paint spray equipment, brushes, and rollers.
• Ability to operate grinders, sanders, and hand/power tools on a regular basis.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing production schedules.
• Ability to work effectively with production, manufacturing, quality, and logistics teams.

Certifications

• Forklift certification preferred (or ability to obtain).
• Overhead crane certification preferred (or ability to obtain).

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Ability to work with large manufactured components and industrial equipment.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including respiratory protection as needed.
• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Why Join Fives?

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career growth opportunities
• Exposure to world-class manufacturing and technology

About Fives

As an industrial engineering group with a heritage of over 200 years, Fives designs and supplies machines, process equipment, and production lines for the world's largest manufacturers. At Fives, people are at the heart of our success, and we are committed to creating an environment where employees can develop their talents and build rewarding careers.

Industry can do it. We can do it.

Fives Giddings & Lewis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.