Industrial Painter/Sandblaster (Paint Booth amp; Blast Booth Operator) Days
Company: R-Tech Tool amp; Machine
Location: Wamego, KS (onsite)
Reports To: Plant Management
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift (MonโFri, 6:30 a.m. โ 5:00 p.m.), overtime as needed
Compensation: (based on experience)
Work Setting: Manufacturing/production shop; not remote
Why Join R-Tech
R-Tech Tool amp; 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. Youโll 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 Youโll Do (Day-to-Day)
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Surface prep amp; blasting: Clean, mask, and sandblast steel parts to specification; remove scale, rust, and prior coatings.
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Coating application: Mix, prime, and paint parts per prints/specs; verify coverage, adhesion, and finish.
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Equipment operation: Safely run paint booth and blast booth; use hoists/forklifts to stage and move parts.
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Quality amp; documentation: Perform in-process inspections; complete quality sheets and maintain paint/blast records.
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Production tracking: Log job starts/completions in the MRP/ERP system to support scheduling and ship dates.
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Care amp; upkeep: Clean spray guns, pots, blast equipment, and work areas; replenish media and materials.
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Safety amp; PPE: Wear respirator and required PPE; follow LOTO and shop safety procedures.
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Maintenance support: Report malfunctions promptly; assist with basic preventative maintenance.
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Other duties as assigned by management.
Minimum Qualifications (Apply only if you meet these)
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High school diploma or GED.
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At least 1 year of experience in industrial painting, sandblasting, or closely related finishing work OR completion of relevant technical training.
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent bending, stooping, standing, and repetitive motions.
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Ability to pass a respirator medical/fit exam; willingness to wear PPE for full shifts.
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Basic computer/data-entry skills for production tracking.
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Strong attention to detail; can read/follow written instructions and safety procedures; dependable attendance.
Preferred Qualifications
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2+ years of industrial painting/sandblasting in a manufacturing or fabrication shop.
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Experience with MRP/ERP production tracking.
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Forklift and/or overhead hoist experience.
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Knowledge of paint mixing, viscosity checks, film-thickness/finish standards, and surface prep best practices (e.g., SSPC/NACE concepts).
Exposure amp; Work Environment
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Frequent exposure to noise, dust/abrasives, and paint/chemical fumes in a production shop with moving equipment.
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Requires use of PPE: respirator, safety glasses, gloves, protective clothing, and hearing protection.
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Prolonged standing; frequent lifting and material handling.
Pay, Schedule amp; Benefits
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Pay: (DOE), overtime available.
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Schedule: MondayโFriday day shift (6:30 a.m. โ 5:00 p.m.).
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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 amp; Machine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.