Industrial Wet Painter 1st shift

Essential Job Functions And Major Tasks

• Inspect parts prior to painting to ensure quality product.
• Able to read and understand work orders, written procedures, and manufacturing documentation to ensure part is painted to specification.
• Ensure that all parts are cleaned, dust-free and paint is applied correctly.
• Perform all required cleaning/maintenance on paint booth and spray guns.
• Operate the overhead crane as needed.
• Paint parts using a paint gun.
• Work in a manner in which quality of work and safety while performing work are top priorities.
• Notify direct supervisor of any equipment or tooling that is damaged or not working properly.
• Maintain accurate records of time and quantities, etc.
• Operate Forklift as needed within department.
• Mix paint/primer per directions.
• Properly store or dispose of paints and solvents.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or leadership.

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

• Continuous lifting and carrying items under 10 pounds such as a paint gun.
• Continuous handling, gripping and use of fine finger movements with paint gun.
• Continuous standing and walking around paint booth.
• Frequent lifting of items between 10 – 50 pounds such as powder paint boxes.
• Frequent pushing and pulling of carts and part trees.
• Frequent reaching above and below shoulder while painting.
• Frequent bending, stooping, crouching and twisting while painting.
• Frequent reading, writing and verbal communication in regard to the painting process and manufacturing documentation.

Environment

• Continuous exposure to noise, powder dust, and thermal energy from the paint oven.
• Slippery, congested, hot and humid environment.
• PPE required for this position includes safety shoes, safety glasses, positive air hood, and gloves.

Minimum Qualifications And Prerequisites

• Two to Three years industrial or automotive painting experience.
• Working knowledge of the practices, materials, methods, and tools of the painting trade.
• Skilled in the use and care of tools and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Good communications skills.

Other Job-related Requirements

• No current restrictions prohibiting lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Company Information

Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Rice Lake Weighing Systems is a Substance-Free Workplace and requires pre-employment drug screens.