Summary Description

The Painter is responsible for the production of painted parts within quality and efficiency guidelines established by the company. This position will also operate CNC equipment as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Production:

Perform painting operations per engineering drawing specifications.

Prep parts for painting (sanding, removing foreign material from part, blasting, etc.).

R & D projects as assigned.

Monitor chemicals in wash system.

Operate forklift safely.

Operate assigned CNC equipment that has been set up by Machinist.

Perform Oracle transactions accurately and timely.

Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Quality:

Paint parts within quality guidelines established by the company.

Work to improve paint shop cycle times.

Safety:

Maintain safe working environment.

Report any possible safety hazards to supervisor.

Use designated personal protection devices as required.

Report any work related injury or illness promptly to supervisor.

Complete safety training as required.

Preventive Maintenance:

Comply with preventive maintenance requirements established by maintenance personnel.

Communicate to Supervisor and Maintenance Department any suspected problems with machinery in order to reduce or prevent machine downtime.

Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Clean and return to the proper location all tools and equipment used during the work day.

Prompt regular attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Must be able to read and write legibly.

Must possess basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

Must be able to read and interpret basic engineering drawings.

1 - 2 years' experience painting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Familiar with powder coating and liquid painting processes.

Familiar with chemicals used in treatment of metals prior to painting.

Must have the ability to mix paint for special colors.

Must be able to independently perform painting operations once adequately trained.

Language Skills:

Read, write, and verbally communicate in English.

Computer Skills:

Proficiency in using the personal computer, including Windows-based applications.

Experience with Oracle, SAP, or similar inventory control system.

Physical/Mental Demands:

Must be alert, able to concentrate, able to use good judgement and analytical skills.

Able to sit, stand and perform repetitive activities for sustained periods of time.

Uses hands to type on standard pc keyboard frequently.

Works in normally stressful environment with significant pressure.

Move about facility to interact with employees.

Multi-task on several jobs at once.

Must have the ability to bend, stoop and stand.

Perform prolonged standing.

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.

Must be medically cleared for use of a respirator.