What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Painter position at JLG Ind.?
Painter – 2nd/3rd shift
Core Hours
Mon – Thurs 11pm-7am; plus mandatory OT as needed
Mon – Thurs 3pm-11pm; plus mandatory OT as needed
SUMMARY
Responsible for the application of paint and other coatings using electrostatic / air assist paint guns and other automotive type paint application devices on JLG products including government / military spec paint.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prime, paint, and touchup vehicles with power spray equipment and brushes.
- Mask, unmask, or adjust masking as necessary to ensure specifications are met.
- Sand, wash, and condition parts as necessary.Light bodywork may be required.
- Disassemble, clean, repair, adjust and reassemble painting equipment, such as pumps, paint heaters, tanks, spray guns, etc. for proper operation.
- Flush tanks, hoses and guns prior to color changeovers.
- Mix all types of paints for proper color, formula, conditions, viscosity, and consistency.
- Perform titrations and mix or adjust chemicals as necessary in paint, zinc, or other processes.
- Apply decals, stencils, and rust-proofing as required.
- Upkeep of work area and equipment which may include preventative maintenance tasks.
- Inspect product before, during, after paint process to ensure specifications are being met.
- Transport, move or guide parts, subassemblies, or assemblies before, during, or after paint process and to next operation.This may include moving racks or carts by hand and the use of material handling equipment such as a forklift or overhead crane.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 6 plus months of painting experience in automotive or heavy vehicle/equipment in a manufacturing, industrial, or automotive body shop.Strong mathematical skills.Basic mechanical aptitude
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Candidate should be able to do assigned work with a minimum amount of direction. Ability to troubleshoot and correct issues as directed
- 1 plus year(s) of painting experience in automotive or heavy vehicle/equipment in manufacturing, industrial, or automotive body shop.
CRITICAL PHYSICAL AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
- Safety glasses and safety shoes required at all times.Respirator required when painting and during some paint prep activities.Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
- On-the-job training