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Prep Painter (2nd Shift) – Industrial Coatings & Defense Manufacturing


Job Location:

Lansing, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 7 August 2026 (29 days ago)
Application Deadline: 4 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Prep Painter

Industrial Coatings & Defense Manufacturing

Lansing MI

$17.00/Hourly

2nd Shift Opportunity

We are hiring a Prep Painter Industrial Coatings & Defense Manufacturing to support the production of defense systems and this role you will prepare prime and touch up metal and composite components ensuring surfaces meet quality standards for industrial painting and protective coating applications while supporting manufacturing schedules in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare metal plastic and other materials for painting by cleaning sanding grinding masking and removing contaminants to ensure proper coating adhesion.
  • Inspect parts and components for surface defects imperfections and contamination before painting or priming.
  • Apply primers and touch-up topcoats to components in accordance with manufacturing and quality specifications.
  • Load and unload materials parts and finished products from pallets skids conveyors and trucks.
  • Safely handle store and dispose of paints coatings chemicals and related materials in accordance with safety and environmental regulations.
  • Operate maintain and clean preparation equipment including sanders grinders and spray booth equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
  • Utilize MRP systems to support production schedules and material availability for painting and coating operations.
  • Collaborate with painters production personnel and quality inspectors to ensure products meet customer quality and schedule requirements.
  • Follow OSHA regulations company safety procedures and required personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.
  • Perform additional production and manufacturing duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 012 months of experience in surface preparation industrial painting manufacturing or a related production environment.
  • Experience preparing metal plastic or composite materials for painting through sanding grinding cleaning masking and priming.
  • Ability to inspect components for surface quality and identify defects prior to painting or coating.
  • Familiarity with industrial painting processes primers coatings and finishing techniques.
  • Experience using hand and power tools related to surface preparation.
  • Working knowledge of MRP or manufacturing systems is preferred.
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards PPE requirements and safe handling of paints coatings and industrial chemicals.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while meeting production schedules.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience supporting aerospace defense military or industrial manufacturing environments.
  • Knowledge of defense industry coating and finishing requirements.
  • Experience working with industrial spray equipment and paint preparation processes.

Moseley Technical Services Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

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What to Expect
  • Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation which may include education criminal and work history verifications.
  • Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits including medical and supplemental insurance and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover.
  • Final position level and pay will be based on experience.

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Moseley Technical Services Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense manufacturing government and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity transparency and appreciation.

We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of World Class Service. World Class Company.

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Moseley Technical Services Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense manufacturing government and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity transparency and appreciation.

We stand by our 30 year-old commitment to be a World Class Service. World Class Company.