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Painter

@ Arrow

Cambridge, Ontario

$23.53–$27.46/hrFull-time
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Overview

Arrow, a machined castings and fabrication group, is hiring a full-time Painter at its Cambridge facility. The role prepares and paints assigned metal parts for heavy truck, defense and off-road equipment customers, setting up the paint booth and spraying to warranty and quality standards. The posting states hourly pay of $23.53 to $27.46 with health, dental and vision coverage from day one.

Pay:

$23.53–$27.46 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Set up paint booth for various paint jobs
  • Clean, wash and sand parts; fill dents and imperfections
  • Mix paints to formulas or customer specifications
  • Operate handheld spray gun in spray booth
  • Ensure painted surfaces meet quality and warranty standards

Requirements summary:

  • Grade Twelve education or equivalent
  • Prior industry experience with automotive paint finishes and bodywork
  • Knowledge of paint ratios, thinners, catalysts and cure times
  • Detail-oriented with high quality standards
  • Excellent written and verbal communication

Tools & skills

Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalVisionRetirement planEmployee assistancePaid time offTuition supportWellnessEmployee discount
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-15
First seen by our source
2026-10-23
Source record updated
2026-10-29

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentManufacturing & production
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, evening, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan, Tuition support, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Wellness, Paid training

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Arrow

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Full company description

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies. We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries. We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.

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Reported office locations
  • 151 Arrow Road, Guelph, Ontario N1K 1S8, CA
Business categories
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial
  • Manufacturing
Other recorded names
  • Arrow
  • Arrow Machine And Fabrication Group
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Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies. We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries. We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our…

FieldValue
IndustryMachinery Manufacturing
Company size501-1,000 employees
HeadquartersGuelph, Ontario
Organization typePublic Company
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Job description

Company Introduction:

Arrow Machine and Fabrication Group is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies.

We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries.

We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.

Group Division:

AOR Cambridge was established 100 years ago, and developing our people has been a core function and commitment of our business. Our culture is built on safety, integrity, and a commitment to partnering with our customers. We offer our people a commitment to quality and continuous improvement, and the opportunity to implement innovative ideas.

At our Cambridge Facility, we fabricate and assemble components for heavy truck, defense, and off-road equipment companies. We feature fitting and welding, metal forming, saw cutting, painting, an assembly department, and manufacture everything from small components to large structures, sheet metal to heavy plate.

Compensation Range: $23.53 up to $27.46 hourly

Job Summary: As a Painter, the incumbent is responsible for preparation of and painting parts assigned in a safe manner and in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Setting up the paint booth for various paint jobs
  • Assisting in the training of other painters to properly operate and utilize the paint booth
  • Inspect equipment for cleanliness and damage
  • Clean, wash, and sand parts to remove corrosion
  • Fill dents and imperfections, or prepare items for application of paint, lacquer or other protective coatings
  • Select appropriate paint or mix paints according to a pre-determined formula or customer specifications.
  • Operate a handheld spray gun to spray paint or coat stationary items with a protective coating in a spray booth.
  • Ensure painted surfaces meet Quality Standards, Customer Standards, and Paint Manufacturer requirements to meet all Warranty Standards
  • Maintain clean, orderly work areas – daily 5S
  • Follow all Occupational Health & Safety regulations and Company Policies & Procedures

Educational Requirements:

  • Grade Twelve education or equivalent.

Required Skills & Expertise:

  • Previous work-related experience in the industry, related to automotive paint finishes, bodywork, and prepping parts
  • Detail-oriented with high standards in quality.
  • Excellent communication skills written & verbal
  • Knowledge of correct ratios relating to paint mixtures/thinners/catalyst/cure times/coat density.

Equipment/ Tools/ Technology Used:

  • Handheld spray paint gun

What We Offer – Your Benefits Package

At Arrow, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.

Health & Wellness

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one!
  • Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
  • Fitness membership discount
  • Work boots and prescription safety glasses program

Financial Benefits

  • Automatic Enrollment in Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing
  • RRSP Match Program
  • Life and travel insurance for you and your family
  • Shift premiums for afternoon & night shift
  • Attendance Bonus & Profit Sharing
  • Employee Discount Program

Time Off & Culture

  • Three weeks vacation days to start
  • Regular company events and team activities
  • Supportive, inclusive workplace culture

Career Growth

  • Tuition reimbursement for job-related education and training

Arrow is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in line with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Candidates please note, we do not use AI for application screening.

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