Painter

Job description

Department: Assembly
FLSA: NONEXEMPT

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for Preparing work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists; gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials.

JOB COMPETENCIES

  • Personal Effectiveness – Meets established timelines; follows through to ensure completion of assigned objectives, seeks feedback to improve performance, and demonstrates a positive, “can do” attitude
  • Innovation and change – Looks for opportunities to improve processes and services, makes an effort to learn and develop new skills, and is resourceful and enthusiastic in responding to new challenges
  • Fostering Teamwork – Is open and honest in dealing with others, demonstrates commitment to team objectives, and sees challenges facing department and helps the team to address them
  • Quality Services – Delivers high quality services accepts responsibility and takes action to address quality issues, and helps operations
  • Integrity – Adheres to a standard of ethical conduct that promotes trust and open communication, earns trust by living up to commitments, and can be counted on to keep confidences

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepare units for painting by cleaning, sanding surfaces and masking as specified.
  • Paint surfaces of metal parts using spray painting equipment adhering to specific surface preparation and painting techniques.
  • Apply a variety of coatings including enamels, epoxies, urethanes and coatings from various paint manufacturers.
  • Mix paint precisely to manufacturer and customer specifications.
  • Remove inconsistencies or imperfections using sandpaper.
  • Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, bills of materials, and specification regarding paint requirements.
  • Accurately document and record all required data needed to comply with each specification.
  • Operate spray booth and ventilation system per specific instructions.
  • Stage and move parts within the paint area using a forklift, hand truck, hoist or crane.
  • Responsible for achieving good speed of execution while maintaining quality workmanship in a wide range of fitting activities.
  • Maintain work area, equipment and supplies in a neat and orderly condition.
  • Promote company goals with a focus on Safety, Quality, and Production.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

  • Verbal Communication, Functional and Technical Skills, Coordination, Attention to Detail, Judgment, Manual Dexterity (use of hands), Physical Strength (lift/move up to 45 lbs), Physical Stamina (stand for extended periods)
  • Exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration, airborne particles, chemicals, and/or fumes
  • Warehouse temperature fluctuate due to weather conditions
  • Noise level can be loud, at times