What are the responsibilities and job description for the PAINTER (GB) position at Fox Valley Metal Tech, Inc.?
Basic Job Purpose:
The job purpose of an industrial painter is to prepare and apply protective coatings to industrial structures, equipment,
and surfaces to prevent corrosion, extend lifespan, and ensure safety and compliance with industry standards.
Assignment of Functions and Responsibilities:
Minimum Requirements for Education, Skillset, Qualifications, and Experience:
The job purpose of an industrial painter is to prepare and apply protective coatings to industrial structures, equipment,
and surfaces to prevent corrosion, extend lifespan, and ensure safety and compliance with industry standards.
Assignment of Functions and Responsibilities:
- Paint surfaces of metal parts using spray painting equipment and work aids utilizing specific surface preparation and painting techniques
- Apply a variety of coatings including enamels, epoxies, urethanes and military coatings from various different paint manufactures to consistently meet paint thickness requirement
- Mix paint precisely to manufacturer, Fox Valley Metal-Tech, and customer specifications
- Accurately document and record all required data needed to comply with each specification
- Prior to painting, clean and prepare part surfaces as specified to be contamination free
- Inspect parts prior to paint for needed repair, prepping and cleaning
- Mask parts to print notes stating tight tolerances for overspray prevention
- Hang or set-up parts prior to painting
- Inspect parts after painting for needed repairs, proper thickness and general appearance
- Sand, mask, blend and finish to match part's surrounding areas when completing paint repairs.
- Operate spray booth, oven, and ventilation system per specific instructions
- Read and comprehend documents such as, fabrication drawings, cutting orders, bills of material or other project plans, orders or specification in the order
- Properly maintain paint equipment, i, spray guns, booth, fitters, etc.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
- Other duties as assigned by your Leader.
Minimum Requirements for Education, Skillset, Qualifications, and Experience:
- Must be a US Citizen
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proven experience as an industrial painter or similar role
- Knowledge of surface preparation and coating application techniques
- Ability to operate spray equipment
- Strong understanding of safety practices in industrial settings
- Physical ability to lift heavy equipment and work in demanding environments