1st Shift - Production Associate - Paint Line

About the Role

A CPI Production Associate performs tasks that require mainly physical abilities and effort, supporting production operators and ensuring smooth operations in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Hang fabricated parts on the conveyor paint line to engineering specifications and prepare parts for painting.
• Remove parts from the line once painted and clear any debris from parts prior to hanging.
• Determine best practice hanging methods to maximize paint quality and load density.
• Inspect hooks for burn-off lifecycles and maintain equipment for compliance with safety requirements, including all guarding.
• Correct any safety issues prior to operating the equipment.
• Inspect coated items for paint coverage and test for coating thickness.
• Perform washer preventive maintenance tasks.
• Clean and maintain work area and equipment.
• Assist and train others to hang parts on the paint line.
• Maintain a clean work area and dispose of trash and production scrap.
• Assist in cleaning common areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• A minimum of one (1) year of related experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and engineering specifications to properly select parts.
• Capable of using measuring devices as required for product inspection.
• Good mechanical skills, including the use of hand tools.
• Good troubleshooting skills to evaluate operational problems of the equipment and determine corrective actions after reasonable training.
• Ability to read and understand equipment operating, maintenance, and troubleshooting manuals.
• Available and willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as production demand dictates.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.

Skills

• Adheres and acts in line with CPI core values (Ethics, Values, Integrity & Trust).
• Complies with company safety rules and regulations; takes a proactive approach to identify and eliminate safety hazards.
• Prioritizes customer satisfaction.
• Uses diplomacy, tact, and collaborative skills.
• Takes initiative; acts promptly; is proactive and adaptable.
• Demonstrates ownership and accountability for CPI’s core values.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, carrying, lifting, stooping, and crouching.
• Work with fabricated metal parts, powder-coated materials, and cleaning chemicals.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

As a CPI Production Associate, you will enjoy the unique benefits of being a CPI Employee Owner, including:

• Equal share and stake in the company’s success and revenue through annual profit sharing and vested ownership shares.
• A comprehensive list of standard benefits that value, respect, and trust Employee Owners.