Industrial Painter I

About the role

This position is a member of the Assembly/Paint Department. The Industrial Painter will report directly to the Mechanical Assembly Supervisor. The Industrial Painter is primarily responsible for painting and touch-up of machinery and equipment manufactured by Bartell that meet specifications required by the customer, while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and paint machinery that meets Bartell standards and customer specifications.
• Interpret MDS and MSDA sheets to paint machinery that meets or exceeds customer specifications.
• Provide support in other areas of the company (e.g., Warehouse and assembly) when needed.
• Assist various Bartell departments achieve deadlines by providing manpower during times of backlog.
• Maintain paint booth supplies and record keeping.
• Ensure proper levels of paint and paint supplies are on hand and maintain accurate records required by the EHS Manager.

Environmental, Occupational, Health, and Safety

• Ensure all OSHA guidelines are followed with regards to heavy lifting and rigging, and proper use, storage, and disposal of all paints, oils, and fluids.
• Maintain work area in a safe and orderly manner.

Miscellaneous

• Have a good attitude, start work on time, work overtime when necessary, perform good housekeeping, communicate with others, be aware of his/her area and others’ safety, and be a good team member.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Skills

• Compliance with workplace policies and procedures for risk identification, risk assessment, and risk control.
• Active participation in activities associated with workplace health and safety.
• Identification and reporting of health and safety risks, accidents, incidents, injuries, and property damage at the workplace.
• Correct utilization of appropriate personal protective equipment.
• All standard pre-hire testing and physicals; random testing may be required.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Essential:
  • Fluency in English
  • Heavy Lift Certification and Industrial Powered Vehicles License
  • Ability to read and interpret MDS, MSDA sheets, and RAL numbers
  • Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Ability to pass Pulmonary and fit tests annually
  • Ability to maintain paint booth and painting equipment
• Desirable:
  • Working knowledge of all Bartell manufacturing processes and technologies
  • Strong communication and conceptual skills
  • Knowledge of spray-painting systems
  • Painting of industrial equipment

Travel Requirements: Less than 5%

Pay

Salary range for this position is between $22 and $25 an hour.