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WEG Electric · Wausau, WI · Full time

Posted Aug 7, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you had to meet a specific customer finish or color requirement.

What they are checking: Ability to follow customer and quality specs precisely on visible, critical surfaces.

How do you work with the assembly team to keep parts flowing without bottlenecks?

What they are checking: Teamwork with assembly and production so painting does not hold up the line.

How do you keep the paint area clean and organized?

What they are checking: Housekeeping habits that prevent contamination, fire risk and defects.

What would you do

You notice runs or orange peel on a finished part. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they identify causes and fix the defect rather than sending a poor finish to the customer.

This is open on all shifts. Which shifts can you work, and how flexible are you?

What they are checking: Reliability and schedule fit for a role covering multiple shifts.

About the work

The duties here describe industrial painting of generator bodies and parts. Walk me through how you prepare a metal surface before coating.

What they are checking: Knowledge of cleaning, masking and surface prep, which decides whether paint holds or fails.

What types of coatings and spray equipment have you used?

What they are checking: Hands-on experience with industrial and specialty coatings and the equipment that applies them.

How do you mix paint to the correct ratio and check that it's right?

What they are checking: Attention to mix ratios, pot life and viscosity, which affect finish quality and rework.

How do you protect yourself when working with paints and solvents?

What they are checking: Respect for respirators, ventilation and chemical safety rules in a paint operation.

Why is documentation important in painting, and what have you recorded in past jobs?

What they are checking: Understanding of traceability records like batch numbers and film thickness checks.

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The full job description

As published by WEG Electric.

• About Us Since 1913, Marathon Electric has been dedicated to providing customers with quality motors and generators for targeted applications. Marathon Electric became part of WEG Group in 2024. Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electric‑electronic equipment company operating in the capital goods sector, with solutions spanning electric machines, automation, and industrial coatings across industries worldwide. We value professional and personal development, diversity, human rights, and environmental responsibility. Our teams work collaboratively in a supportive environment that encourages continuous improvement, safety, and quality. • Position Summary The Industrial Painter supports both dedicated paint operations and general assembly paint functions. This role is responsible for preparing surfaces, mixing and applying industrial and specialty coatings, and painting motors, generators, and related components according to customer and quality specifications. The Industrial Painter works closely with assembly and production teams to ensure efficient workflow, proper documentation, and defect‑free finishes while maintaining a safe and organized work environment. • Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Prepare generator bodies, parts, and assemblies for painting, including cleaning, masking, surface preparation, and priming as required. • Mix and prepare paints according to job instructions and customer specifications, including adjusting viscosity/consistency using appropriate thinners and hardeners. • Apply industrial and specialty coatings such as epoxy, chlorinated rubber, V.S.P. intermediate paints, primers, and ready‑mix paints as required. • Paint motors and generators to customer specifications, ensuring proper coverage, finish quality, and paint thickness per work instructions. • Maintain paint thickness and finish standards using visual inspection and measuring tools. • Perform periodic cleaning and maintenance of spray guns, paint tanks, paint booths, and related equipment. • Support general assembly operations, including performing assembly processes using hand and small power tools when required. • Review and follow work instructions, basic prints, safety procedures, and setup instructions. • Verify part numbers and materials prior to painting or assembly. • Assist with workstation setup, staging of materials, and basic equipment settings. • Inspect completed work for defects and notify team leads of any quality concerns or deviations. • Perform rework or rectification as required to meet quality standards. • Complete all required documentation and paperwork accurately. • Assist with departmental transporting, shifting, loading, and unloading related to painted components. • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area in accordance with safety and environmental standards. • Qualifications • Ability to read and comprehend established safety, quality, paint, and assembly procedures. • Experience in industrial painting, manufacturing painting, or general assembly painting preferred. • Knowledge of paint mixing, surface preparation, and application techniques in a manufacturing environment. • Strong hand‑eye coordination and attention to detail. • Ability to use hand tools, small power tools, and painting equipment safely. • Good verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to work effectively in a team‑based manufacturing environment. • Job Type Full‑time • 10‑hour shifts, Monday–Thursday (Overtime available) • Day shift: 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM • Benefits • 401(k) with company match • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Life Insurance • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Tuition Reimbursement • Employee Assistance Program • Employee Discount Program • Referral Program Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electric-electronic equipment company, operating mainly in the capital goods sector with solutions in electric machines, automation and paints for several sectors, including infrastructure, steel, pulp and paper, oil and gas, mining, among many others. WEG stands out in innovation by constantly developing solutions to meet the major trends in energy efficiency, renewable energy and electric mobility. With manufacturing units in 17 countries and present in more than 135 countries, the company has more than 45,000 employees worldwide. WEG’s net revenue reached R$ 32.5 billion in 2023, 52.9% from outside Brazil. Our business areas are divided as follows. Industrial Electro-Electronic Equipment This area includes electric motors, drives and industrial automation equipment and services, and maintenance services. Electric motors and other related equipment find applications in practically all industrial segments, in equipment such as compressors, pumps and fans, for example. Energy Generation, Transmission and Distribution (GTD) Products and services included in this area are electric generators for hydraulic and thermal power plants (biomass), hydro turbines (small hydroelectric plants or PCH, and hydroelectric generators or CGH)), wind turbines, transformers, substations, control panels and system integration services. Commercial and Appliance Motors In this business area, our focus is the market of single phase motors for durable consumer goods, such as washing machines, air conditioners, water pumps, among others. Paints and Varnishes In this area, which includes liquid paints, powder paints, and electro-insulating varnishes, we have a very clear focus on industrial applications in Brazil and are expanding to Latin America and other regions.

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