Painter

As a painter, you will be responsible for painting metal parts using liquid paint. Your tasks will include preparing metal surfaces, mixing paint, and utilizing HVLP spray guns for application.

• Prepare surfaces by applying liquid etching solutions and ensuring the removal of sharp edges left from prior grinding.
• Mix paints and hardeners to specified ratios based on current humidity levels.
• Fill and maintain pressure pots with proper paint or chemical mixtures.
• Apply coatings to metal parts using HVLP spray guns, adjusting nozzles for optimal spray patterns and coverage.
• Monitor paint flow and viscosity, making adjustments as needed.
• Inspect painted parts for surface defects such as flaws, bubbles, or other imperfections.
• Perform occasional rework including sanding, grinding, taping, and masking.
• Paint machines and individual parts according to production schedules and specifications.
• Conduct routine adhesion and quality tests to verify coating integrity.
• Clean and maintain spray guns, hoses, and related equipment after each use.

• At least 1 year of painting experience
• Attention to detail
• Ability to help out wherever needed

• Experience with paint prep and industrial painting
• Knowledge of using spray guns, sanding, blasting, and auto body techniques

Enjoy a laid-back working environment with the opportunity to receive a yearly bonus ranging from $500 to $2500 based on company performance. Benefit from a 401K company match at 25% to every dollar, and enjoy your birthday off with a special present.

Work in a smaller shop with a relaxed, blue-collar atmosphere. The facility includes a CNC department but is not a machine shop.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Big Lake, MN.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Big Lake,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.