Painter I – Requirements & Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
· Organize workflow to maintain balance between sanding and painting operations
· Perform paint booth setup and cleanup, including purging and filling lines
· Follow production schedules and load-date priorities
· Apply white primer and finish coats across all product lines
· Execute work based on daily work-to lists
· Support delegation of bulk production orders
· Maintain paint booth filtration and safety standards
· Control paint flow rates and ensure quality (no drips, runs, or defects)
· Produce high-quality final finish on all products (caps, decos, balusters, etc.)
· Strong understanding of paint application techniques and equipment
· Ability to work in a fast-paced production setting
· Basic understanding of safety practices in a paint booth environment
Leadership Expectations
· Set clear expectations for safety, quality, and production standards
· Lead by example with strong work ethic and floor presence
· Foster a culture of accountability, respect, and teamwork
· Prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment
· Communicate clearly across cross-functional teams
· Actively mentor and develop team members
Key Skills for Staffing Screening
· Industrial or production painting experience (spray systems, booth work)
· Experience with primer + finish coating systems
· Ability to meet production deadlines
· Strong attention to detail and quality control
James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.
James Hardie Industries is the world’s #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fiber cement and fiber gypsum building solutions. We employ a diverse global workforce of approximately 5,800 employees across operations in North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, and generated more than $3.9 billion in net sales during our 2024 financial year.
We believe that home is a sanctuary and a canvas for self-expression without compromise. As the trusted innovator and industry leader in the markets where we operate, James Hardie empowers homeowners and building professionals alike to achieve their dream home with premium quality solutions that enable endless possibilities for design and aesthetics, while also delivering trusted protection and long-lasting beauty.
Key to this effort is our dedication to our customers, market driven innovation, an inclusive and empowering company culture, and an unwavering commitment to our Zero Harm safety initiative. We also recognize the company’s ability to influence the communities in which we live and work around the world. While operating with a global mindset, we put great care into how our business impacts the local communities in which we operate and serve by sourcing locally, employing locally and delivering locally.
