Are You Ready to Excel at Select Finishing? Join Our Team!

Established in 2004, Select Finishing is a leader in the finishing and coatings industry with over two decades of excellence in powder, e-coating, and liquid finishes. We're known for our commitment to safety, quality, and strict adherence to ISO and AAMA standards.

Job Overview

Job Title:

Painter

Department:

Operations - Production

Classification:

In Line

Reports to:

Production Supervisor/Manager

Plant:

2

Direct Reports:

None

Number of Vacancies:

1

Shift:

Monday - Friday

6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Job Purpose

The Painter applies primer, base coat or transparent coat as directed to the parts being produced. He/she ensures that the coverage applied is adequate, and that the equipment used is cleaned and cared for appropriately at the end of their shift.

Duties

- Follows all Select Finishing health and safety policies, procedures, and manufacturer instructions, including the proper use of required PPE.
- Reports all health and safety concerns, incidents, equipment failures, or potential failures to the Supervisor/Team Lead immediately.
- Follows direction of the Supervisor/Team Lead and adheres to all Work Instructions (WIS) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); reports any discrepancies.
- Assists in the implementation and adherence of Standard Operating Procedures for production operations and ensures required daily production data is recorded.
- Conducts detailed inspections of parts upon arrival and after coating to ensure adequate coverage and compliance with quality control standards.
- Conducts and monitors testing and inspection of materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
- Applies primer, base coat,



and clear coat using the appropriate spray method for the part type; turns/swivels racks as required to ensure adequate coverage.
- Ensures paints are mixed correctly to required viscosity specifications; maintains sufficient levels of solvents, base coats, clear coats, and hardeners in the pot room.
- Verifies paint gun assembly, setup, and capability; sets up and verifies P-Mix systems and confirms proper flow rates.
- Capable of manipulating paint robots, inputting programs, troubleshooting, and resetting operations as required.
- Maintains paint booths, equipment, and work centers in good repair, clean, organized, and ready for daily use at the end of each shift.
- Assists in investigating customer complaints and non-conformance issues.
- Determines and recommends improvements to production processes; supports implementation of cost control programs under the direction of the Production/Operations Manager.
- Flexible to work a regular Saturday preventative maintenance shift as required.
- Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or general labour role
- Advanced knowledge of finishing processes, including paint applications, inspections, and quality standards.
- Ability to perform advanced quality checks and ensure compliance with production specifications.
- Skilled in handling complex rework tasks with precision and efficiency.
- Strong documentation skills.




- Experience in mentoring or training less experienced team members preferred.

Working Conditions

- Industrial environment with exposure to paint, solvents, and machinery noise.
- PPE compliance required
- Successfully pass a FIT test, Pulmonary Function Test and Isocyanate Training

What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package.
- Collaborative Work Environment: Thrive in a team-oriented and innovative workplace.
- Room for Growth: We are an evolving company who supports internal advancement and employee development.

Join Us: This is your chance to play a pivotal role in our key operations at Select Finishing.

Please apply now to join our team and make a significant impact!

Select Finishing is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and accessible work environment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the OHRC. If you require any accommodation to participate in the hiring process or to perform the essential duties of the position, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful, dignified, and confidential manner.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Painter (Wallaceburg)
🏢 Select Finishing
📍 Wallaceburg