2nd & 3rd Shift Production Associate (Paint)
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Responsibilities
- Complete various tasks to meet production schedules, including masker/demasker, load/unload, caulker, pre-inspection, blow off operator, shot blast operator, and other duties as assigned
- Follow required safety procedures at all times; use provided personal protective equipment
Additional training may be provided for qualified candidates to drive forklifts. This position does not require prior experience painting in an industrial setting.
Requirements
- Prior work experience
- Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
- Ability to perform repetitive operations
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
Skills
Top candidates will also have:
- Experience with forklifts
- Experience in masking/demasking, loading/unloading, shot blasting, etc.
- Experience in equipment paint processing
- Experience in top coat, prime coat, and electrostatic paint
- Ability to read blueprints/engineering drawings
Benefits
- Competitive wages and quarterly bonus
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and 401K)
- Paid holidays, paid time off, and paid training beginning on day one of employment
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits (subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines)
- Paid time off plan (vacation, holidays, volunteer, etc.)
- 401(k) savings plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Health lifestyle programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary benefits and employee discounts
- Career development
- Incentive bonus
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance
- Parental leave
- Adoption benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
These benefits also apply to part-time employees.
Pay
2nd Shift: $20.82/hour (includes 8% night shift premium)
3rd Shift: $20.82/hour (includes 8% night shift premium)
Pay range: $19.28 - $24.12. Compensation and benefits may vary depending on job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience.
Schedule
2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday, 4-day/10-hour shift schedule. Start time determined by role, beginning at either 4 p.m. or 5 p.m.
3rd Shift: Sunday-Thursday, 4-day/10-hour shift schedule. Start time determined by role, beginning at either 9 p.m., 10 p.m., or 1 a.m.
Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.