Painter Lead
About the job
- At least 3 years of industrial painting experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong knowledge of paint preparation, mixing, spraying, and finishing techniques.
- Experience operating spray guns and other painting equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, work instructions, and paint specifications.
- Ability to troubleshoot painting issues and recommend solutions.
- Ability to provide guidance and support to team members.
- Ability to work independently while supporting team objectives.
- Provide daily direction and support to painters to ensure production goals and quality standards are achieved.
- Assist with organizing workflow, prioritizing jobs, and communicating production needs to the Paint Supervisor or Manager.
- Train and mentor new and existing employees on proper painting techniques, safety procedures, and department processes.
- Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, grinding, masking, stripping, and repairing them before painting.
- Set up and operate spray equipment to apply primer, paint, lacquer, sealer, enamel, and protective coatings.
- Mix paints and coatings according to specifications while maintaining proper viscosity, color, and consistency.
- Review work instructions, drawings, and specifications to verify correct colors, finishes, and coating requirements.
- Inspect completed work for quality, consistency, and adherence to customer requirements.
- Identify paint defects and assist with corrective actions, including sanding, blending, and refinishing.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and use of paints, chemicals, and painting supplies.
- Assist with maintaining paint equipment, spray guns, tools, and work areas.
- Promote safe work practices, including proper personal protective equipment use, ventilation requirements, and hazardous material handling.
- Support continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency, quality, and department performance.
- Communicate production issues, material shortages, and quality concerns to leadership.
- Operate lifting and moving equipment as needed to safely position materials and access work areas.
- Perform hands-on painting duties while supporting team productivity.
- Work in enclosed spaces and areas with extreme heat, dust, and paint fumes as required.
- Previous lead, trainer, or senior painter experience.
- Experience painting metal components, electrical control panels, or industrial equipment.
- Knowledge of industrial coatings, epoxy paints, primers, and protective finishes.
- Experience in a custom manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with quality inspection processes and production documentation.
About the company
Panelmatic designs and builds custom electrical control panels, power distribution systems, and integrated control houses for heavy industrial and high-reliability applications. It offers turnkey services from design and engineering through manufacturing and field support, with in-house engineering, fabrication, and testing to control timelines and quality. Its product lineup includes low- and medium-voltage switchgear, relay protection and control panels, modular power distribution centers, remote instrument enclosures, and fully integrated modular control houses, including E-Houses and data center solutions. Now owned by Neos Partners, Panelmatic is expanding into modular data centers and new markets while focusing on reliability in harsh environments and compliance with NEC/UL specifications.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
North Houston District, Texas
Founded
1957
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Texas industrial buildout and reshoring are driving orders for Panelmatic's heavy-equipment customers.
- June 10, 2026 resources highlight demand for high-performance data centers and electrification.
- Conroe acquisition positions Panelmatic for faster throughput and larger project bids.
What critics are saying
- NLRB cases in Brookfield and Earth City signal labor friction across locations.
- Data-center competition from Vertiv, Eaton, and ABB compresses margins in 2026.
- Neos Partners must prove expansion discipline or Panelmatic becomes a costly roll-up.
What makes Panelmatic unique
- Vertically integrated controls, switchgear, and control houses speed delivery and quality control.
- June 5, 2026 data-center launch widens Panelmatic beyond traditional industrial projects.
- Conroe, Texas campus adds 183,600 square feet for owner-user manufacturing capacity.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Budget
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays