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Painter I - 2nd Shift

Generac · Oshkosh, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you worked in a hot, physically demanding environment for a full shift. How did you manage your energy and stay focused?

What they are checking: whether the candidate has realistic expectations for sustained heat exposure and physical work

Tell me about a time you had to keep an accurate count of parts or materials during a busy shift. How did you make sure the numbers were right?

What they are checking: reliability with tracking counts, a stated job duty

Describe a time a machine or process on your line broke down or slowed unexpectedly. What did you do?

What they are checking: basic troubleshooting instinct and composure under production pressure

Tell me about a time you worked closely with a team to keep a line or process moving smoothly. What was your role?

What they are checking: ability to function in a coordinated team pace rather than work alone

Tell me about a time you noticed your work area was getting messy or unsafe. What did you do about it?

What they are checking: self-driven housekeeping habits without being told, since it's a stated responsibility

What would you do

Say you notice a part has a defect right before it's about to go through the paint process. What do you do?

What they are checking: whether they know to stop, inspect, and report rather than let bad parts through

If you found scrap or damaged parts on the line, walk me through how you'd report it.

What they are checking: understanding of scrap reporting procedure and honesty about mistakes or defects

This role runs Tuesday through Friday, 3pm to 1am. What's your experience with that kind of schedule, and how does it fit your life right now?

What they are checking: realistic commitment to the shift pattern and likelihood of attendance issues

About the work

Walk me through how you would load and hang parts onto a paint line rack. What are you checking for before it goes into the booth?

What they are checking: basic understanding of the hanging process and attention to part orientation and coverage

Have you worked with powder coat paint systems before? What did that job involve day to day?

What they are checking: actual hands-on familiarity with powder coat versus general painting experience

What personal protective equipment have you worn on past jobs, and how comfortable are you wearing it for a full shift?

What they are checking: familiarity with PPE requirements and willingness to comply consistently

How would you go about breaking down and exchanging racks and preparing them for burn-off?

What they are checking: basic grasp of the rack maintenance step in the process, even if learned on the job

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The full job description

As published by Generac.

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us? Painter I – 2nd Shift Pay: $25.35/hour Schedule: Tuesday – Friday Hours: 3:00PM to 1:00AM Painter – The Paint Hanger is expected to safely complete supervised powder coat paint established procedures, processes, or policies. Paint Hangers safely and efficiently load and unload raw parts from the paint line. The Paint Hangers are expected to move efficiently and safely with the end result being a ready to use part or assembly. Major Responsibilities Loading, transferring, and unloading of parts on and/or from paint line Process each part by hanging/racking to paint application Inspect quality of parts before and after finishing process Perform work duties in a safe manner and in accordance with policy (including wearing required proper personal protective equipment, work habits and performing appropriate housekeeping duties) Constantly work in a constantly high heat environment Inspect quality of parts before and after finishing process Exchange and break down racks and prepare for burn-off Maintain proper counts Report all scrap Perform stock handling duties as required Maintain a clean work environment Minimum Job Requirements High School diploma or equivalent 0-2 years of experience Detail oriented and organized Additional Qualifications: Ability to effectively communicate Ability to understand and execute basic standard procedures Ability to perform basic reading and writing skills Ability to effectively work in a team environment Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve Ability to communicate and work well with others A positive attitude, assertive, dependable, and energetic A strong focus on quality of work Preferred Job Requirements Previous experience with powder paint systems Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. “We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

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