Operator 2 Paint

Summary

Operates advanced or more sophisticated equipment, such as forklifts and overhead cranes, in the paint shop to build and move truck assemblies and materials.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates advanced or more sophisticated machinery in the paint shop to build truck assemblies for railcars
• Operates machinery to move truck assemblies through the paint shop
• Operates forklift and overhead cranes to move material into position to build truck assemblies
• Ensures that equipment is maintained and operating properly before beginning work
• Ensures that safety and housekeeping standards are met and maintained

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• 6+ months experience operating various types of manufacturing equipment and machinery
• Ability to be fit-tested and wear a respirator in the areas where respirator use is required
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and work instructions
• Ability to use a computer
• Ability to work in a team or independently
• Ability to obtain in-house forklift certification

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency test/GED
• 1+ years experience operating various types of machinery

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

Work Environment

• This position is in a production environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, moving railcars and machinery, and trip hazards where head, hearing, eye, and foot protection including composite toed safety shoes, are required.
• This position will be exposed to hazardous chemicals which requires the use of a blast suit, gloves, and wearing a respirator.
• For Safety purposes, employees must be clean-shaven when wearing a respirator.
• Additional personal protective equipment may be required as determined by the environment.
• This position may be required to work at heights of 20 ft or within confined spaces.

Physical Activities And Requirements

• Working Postures: Stand (Frequently), Walk (Frequently), Bend (Frequently), Sit (Occasionally), Kneel/Squat (Occasionally), Crawl (Occasionally), Climb (Occasionally), Reach Forward (Occasionally), Reach Upward (Occasionally), Handling/Fingering (Frequently)
• Lift / Carry Requirements: 5-10 lbs (Occasionally), 10-25 lbs (Occasionally)
• Push / Pull Requirements: Up to 10 lbs (Occasionally), 10-25 lbs (Occasionally)