Painter III (Wet Coat)

Join the team that is a leader in engineering, designing and manufacturing of leading-edge military expeditionary products and rugged industrial/commercial products since 1937.

What We Offer:

• Health benefits, including telehealth medical services, Dental & Vision
• Life, AD&D & Disability (paid for by the company)
• 401K with a company match
• Safe & clean work environment

The primary function of this position is to prepare, prime and paint fabricated parts used in the manufacturing process.

Essential Duties:

• Prepares metal surfaces to be coated using various methods (abrasive blasting, high pressure washing and wire brushing) to remove grease, dirt and rust
• Masks areas not to be painted
• Hangs and takes parts off of automated overhead conveyors and racks
• Sprays liquid coatings onto prepared surfaces using high volume/low pressure practices
• Utilizes a mil thickness testing gauge to determine if appropriate amount of paint has been applied
• Checks parts for flaws both pre and post wet coat
• Inspects coated parts for runs, sags and uncoated areas
• Performs all operator maintenance on all types of paint booths and spray equipment
• Accurately reports shop floor production data via computer terminal and/or written reporting
• Follows both visual and written work instructions in order to complete assigned tasks within set time allotted
• Performs cycle counting of parts and material handling duties as required
• Supports, communicates, reinforces and defends the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Adheres to all quality and safety standards
• Supports other projects and performs duties as assigned

Education/Experience/Other Skills and Abilities:

• High School diploma, or GED preferred
• 1-3 yrs. of related industry experience preferred
• Ability to work from verbal/written instructions
• Operate small power tools, other hand tools, computerized and high-pressure equipment
• Able to operate fork lift
• Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs, occasional lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required per plant rules

Disclaimer: This job description not designed to be a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and safety requirements required of the Assembler position.

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