Paint Room Technician

Morton IndustriesMorton, IllinoisOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 3 days ago

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About this role

Work Is Strong Right Now

Which means were growing.

Morton Industries has been building things the right way for over 80 years , and demand for our work keeps increasing.

So, were adding people to the team.

Not just bodies — the kind of people who take pride in doing the job right.

If you're hungry, humble, and smart , youll probably like it here.

Quick Question

Do you like working with your hands?

Do you like seeing the results of the work you put in at the end of the day?

Do you want steady work with a team that actually has your back?

If you answered yes , keep reading.

The Morton Way (Our Values)

These arent buzzwords for us.
Theyre how the place actually runs.

Integrity in Action
We do the right thing — even when nobodys watching.

Focused on Team Success
No lone wolves here. We win together.

Driven to Deliver
When we commit to something, we follow through.

Consistent Progress
Were always improving our people and our processes.

Professional Authenticity
Be yourself. Bring your strengths. Do excellent work.

If that sounds like your kind of environment, youll fit right in.

What Youll Actually Be Doing

As a Paint Room Technician , you're part of the final stage before our parts ship out into the world. That means what you do matters — because your work is the finish people see.

Your day might include:

Cleaning and prepping metal parts for coating
Hanging parts on the paint line so they move smoothly through the process
Masking or plugging areas that shouldn't be painted
Removing finished parts once theyre coated and cured
Checking that everything looks right before it ships
Helping keep the paint area organized, safe, and moving

Some days its steady rhythm work.

Some days the pace picks up.

Either way, youre part of the team making sure what we ship out looks as good as the work that built it.

Who Thrives Here

Lets keep this simple.

The people who do well at Morton tend to be:

Hungry
You want to work and keep getting better.

Humble
You can take feedback and work with a team.

Smart
You pay attention, solve problems, and figure things out.

We can train machines.
We can train paint processes.

What we cant train is work ethic.

What You Get

Working here isnt just about punching a clock. Its about building something solid for yourself too.

Heres what comes with the job:

$19–$25 per hour starting pay
15% shift premium
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid holidays and paid time off
Company-paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage

And a few more things we're really proud of:

Ramsay SmartDollar financial wellness program to help you take control of your money
Real upward mobility — we've had 100+ internal promotions in the last two years
Clean, organized manufacturing facilities
A team culture that actually supports each other

If you show up, work hard, and keep improving, theres room to grow here.

A lot of people start in production and move into machine operation, leadership roles, and other opportunities across the company.

Not Sure If You're Qualified?

Apply anyway.

We hire for character first .

If youre hungry, humble, and smart , we can teach the rest.

Join a Team That Builds Things the Right Way

For more than 80 years , Morton Industries has built a reputation for excellence in tube, sheet, and enclosure fabrication .

Our parts support equipment used across industries around the world.

But the real reason we succeed?

The people in the building.

If you're ready to be part of that team, we'd love to meet you.

Morton Industries LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

- High School Diploma or equivalent