About the Job
Juniper is an innovating lighting technology, design, and manufacturing company seeking a dedicated Industrial Painter/Sprayer to join our growing team in Southington, CT. In this position, prepare and paint custom-ordered and custom-manufactured lighting fixtures according to specifications, mix paint and lacquers as required, and use spray guns and other equipment to ensure a high-quality finish and appearance. You must have experience in mixing coatings that require catalysts and thinners and the ability to calculate percentages using a calculator based on product technical data sheets. At Juniper, you will define your path by honing your unique skill set to challenge the status quo as a pioneer in your field. Essential Responsibilities: Apply paint finishes on metals and other substrates used in the manufacture of high-quality lighting products. Utilize a variety of surface preparation processes such as bead blasting, sandblasting, and belt sanding. Mix paints, lacquers, and other solutions to meet color and surface finish requirements. Operate and use the paint booth, humidity control, and drying times/cure rates and control appropriately during the painting process. Utilize different painting techniques based on the nature of the surface and quality requirements. Examine finished surfaces to verify conformance to specifications and quality requirements. Preferred qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. At least two years of industrial painting experience is required. Experience operating and maintaining spray guns, heated paint booths, and all related equipment. Experience in surface preparation, including dent repair, scratches, etc. Experience applying paints and other coatings to a variety of surface types. Experience mixing, tinting, and applying multiple paint types, including 2-part catalyzed paints. Diligence and attention to detail. Excellent dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Excellent reading comprehension and capacity to follow written directions. Good written and verbal communication. Excellent problem-solving skills. Ability to perform basic math calculations and measurements. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. The Benefits: As part of the team, you will quickly learn that Juniper is committed to its employees' development,
advancement, and well-being. We offer advanced training, a contemporary working environment,
industry-leading health and employee benefits, and:
Company-paid health coverage through medical, dental, and vision plans. A competitive paid-time-off program plus holiday time-off. A 401(k) plan with a contribution match up to 4%. Financial protection through disability, life, accidental death, and dismemberment at group rates. 5-year employment recognition with one-month paid sabbatical leave. Paid maternal/parental leave. Tuition Reimbursement program of up to $10,000.00 per term. Dedicated employee review process in commitment to advancing and promoting high-performing employees. About Juniper: Juniper is a diverse group of individuals united in its pursuit to revolutionize lighting systems. We prioritize inventive, design-forward thinking and manufacturing methods to solve real consumer problems and believe that the value of distinctive design lies in its innovation and details. Our mission is to test boundaries by combining contemporary design principles with traditional materials and advanced proprietary lighting technology. Juniper is committed to hiring those who are aligned with our vision and offers development and advancement for highly performing individuals invested in the advancement of their careers. Joining a company with state-of-the-art technology, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and a passionate team of expert changemakers in the rapidly evolving lighting industry offers the opportunity to drive change and push creative limits. Juniper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. About Juniper: Juniper is a fast-growing lighting technology, design and manufacturing business with locations in Southington, CT and SoHo, NY. We revolutionize lighting systems using innovative design thinking and manufacturing methods with the mission of solving real consumer problems. At our core is the belief that the beauty of distinctive design lies in the innovation and details that lie just below the surface. Our mission is to test boundaries in meaningful ways by using precision materials and traditional finishing processes fused with advanced lighting technology. Juniper was named one of the 5000 fastest growing company by Inc magazine, and we are proud to design, engineer and manufacture all of our products at our Connecticut headquarters.
