Industrial Painter

Company: Newberry Tanks
Location: West Memphis
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Newberry Tanks & Equipment, LLC is a leading steel tank fabricator serving the oil jobber, agriculture, industrial, and equipment contractors nationwide. We manufacture steel petroleum storage, bulk oil dispensing tanks and distribute accessory equipment. The company was founded in 1927 in Memphis, Tennessee. To learn more, please visit: www.newberrytanks.com Newberry Tanks in West Memphis, Arkansas has an immediate opening for an experienced Industrial Painter. This position works within a team of professionals to complete the finest quality coatings and paintings in the tank industry today. Working with a production supervisor who understands the manufacturing process flow, this position will provide the expertise on the paint or coating side. With a reputation for providing quality products and services in the metal tank fabrication industry, you will join an experienced team of industry leading professionals. Working directly with process engineering and manufacturing experts in the company, you will collaborate on process and technical developments in existing processes. The main duties will be: Prepare steel surfaces for painting (grinding, sanding, cleaning) Apply primers, various epoxy polyurethane, and single component topcoats using spray equipment Inspect finished work for quality and consistency Maintain painting equipment and ensure a clean work environment Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE Collaborate with production team EDUCATION: Requires high school diploma or GED equivalency Simple reading and arithmetic such as addition and subtraction of whole numbers and reading decimals, and mixing ratios. Work with QC charts, drawings, and measuring equipment. WORK EXPERIENCE: 3 years of industrial painting experience (preferred) Familiarity with airless and conventional spray systems Forklift certification a plus PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate physical effort; requires standing for entire shift; may lift up to 60 lbs. throughout the day; Good eye and hand co-ordination; good visual acuity in order to perform most tasks Must be able to climb, stoop, and bend to get up and down from forklift truck and perform various outside activities throughout yard.

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