Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform most of the work individually. Essential tools will be provided, however, accountability and maintenance will be the employee’s responsibility
• Work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time product without manufacturing errors
• Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management
• Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all safety policies and procedures. Follow all OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed PPE as required.
• Embrace culture of Lean Manufacturing and the implementation of change
• Ability to identify and communicate maintenance or product problems to departmental supervision
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results,
• Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply coatings, such as paint, to protect the workpiece surfaces, using spray guns or brushes.
• Examine finished surfaces of workpieces to verify conformance to specifications and retouch any defective areas.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment, using solvents, brushes, and rags.
• Read blueprints, SOPs, and inspect workpieces to determine work procedures and materials required.
• Select and mix ingredients to prepare coating substances according to specifications, using mechanical mixers.
• Clean surfaces of workpieces in preparation for coating, using cleaning fluids, solvents, brushes, scrapers, sandpaper, or cloth.
• To carry out all duties in accordance with the Quality Assurance procedures and departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• To contribute to general improvements in the quality of key activities within the department.
• Comply with all Company and Safety policies and procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• A thorough knowledge of Industrial Painting procedures and practices are essential to ensure the quality of the product. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to pass a drug screen & background check.
• Must be willing and able to obtain a painter’s certification through internal and/or external sources to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to calculate formula using basic mathematics, standard U.S., and Metric Measurements
• Able read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, manufacturing drawings or similar information 
• Be able to stand for long periods while using spray guns and/or a high-pressure blast hose.
• Be able to wear a fresh air supplied blast helmet for up to 10-12 hours a day.