Painter - SWING SHIFT (Level P3/P4)

About Us

Gantri, Inc. is a leader in digital manufacturing, producing innovative, large-scale 3D printed lighting across our Table, Wall, Pendant, and Floor collections. Our Production team handles printing, finishing, assembly, quality control, and packing to deliver high-quality, customer-ready products.

Your Role

As a Painter in Gantri’s Finishing Department, you’ll use your spray painting experience to produce consistent finishes on our lighting components. You’ll work closely with sanding and quality control teammates in a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Shift and Schedule:

• Regular: Monday-Friday, 2:00pm-10:30pm
• Initial training: Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm

Mandatory overtime may be required to support production needs, staff shortages, or unexpected increases in workload.

Core Duties & Responsibilties

• Set up, adjust, and operate HVLP/LVLP spray equipment to apply primer and top coats
• Inspect sanded and primed parts before painting; achieve consistent color, coverage, and finish according to work instructions, SOPs, and quality standards
• Identify and correct defects-including fisheyes, orange peel, and contamination-through troubleshooting, touch-ups, and rework
• Clean and maintain spray guns, spray booth filters, and related equipment
• Track finishing supplies and update inventory counts in company systems
• Collaborate with sanding and QC teammates to resolve finishing issues; report equipment problems, shortages, and quality concerns to supervisors
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety protocols for coating handling and protective equipment
• Cross-train and support Print, QC, Assembly, and other manufacturing functions as assigned to meet daily production goals
• Embrace Gantri’s values: Drive Impact, Think Critically, Champion Change, Move Fast, and Empower Anti-Fragility

Essential Requirements & Skills

Experience & Background

• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a production painter in a production or manufacturing setting, with working knowledge of spray guns, booths, and finishing techniques
• Ability to independently set up, adjust, and maintain spray equipment and identify and correct paint finish defects, including fisheyes, orange peel, and contamination
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Woodworking finishing or automotive body repair and painting experience preferred
• Basic English skills sufficient to understand safety instructions, follow directions, and communicate essential information

Technical & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and hand-eye coordination
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and meet quality standards
• Basic computer literacy for inventory updates and production records
• Clear communication, teamwork, and adaptability in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Willingness to support different tasks, take initiative, accept feedback, and develop skills
• Reliable attendance

Physical Requirements

• Repetitive, hands-on work throughout an 8+ hour shift
• Standing for extended periods
• Lifting and moving materials as needed
• Bending, reaching, and moving throughout the shift

Personal Protective Equipment (Environmental Health & Safety)

• Wear a respirator during painting and other designated activities, which may extend throughout an 8+ hour shift
• Wear eye protection and Tyvek coveralls over clothing
• Complete a company-sponsored medical evaluation for respirator use before fit testing and required use
• Complete required respirator fit testing and training