Paint and Prep Technician

About the role

As a Paint and Preparation Technician, you’ll help ensure parts and equipment are ready for painting, keeping production on track.

Responsibilities

• Clean parts before painting using approved cleaners and tools, and follow safety rules for chemicals and waste.
• Mask off areas that should not be painted by using tape, covers, or plugs, and keep surfaces free from dirt, oil, and dust.
• Hang, rack, or place parts on fixtures the right way so painters can coat them evenly and safely.
• Install basic parts or hardware before painting by following step-by-step work instructions.
• Move and stage parts or units on skids or in staging areas so the right items are ready when needed.
• Handle and dispose of used solvents, rags, and other materials the right way to meet environmental and plant requirements.
• Check your work as you go, report problems (damage, missing parts, wrong masking, or safety hazards), and keep your area clean using 5S habits.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to do hands-on work in a manufacturing or production area, including repetitive tasks.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and match what you're doing to the work order.
• Comfort using basic hand tools, tape, and masking materials, and willingness to learn new methods.
• Ability to work safely around chemicals and solvents, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) every day.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift or position parts safely during your shift.
• Attention to detail to keep parts clean, masked correctly, and ready for painting.
• Basic communication skills to ask questions, report issues, and work well with others.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to do hands-on work in a manufacturing or production area, including repetitive tasks.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and match what you’re doing to the work order.
• Comfort using basic hand tools, tape, and masking materials, and willingness to learn new methods.
• Ability to work safely around chemicals and solvents, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) every day.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift or position parts safely during your shift.
• Attention to detail to keep parts clean, masked correctly, and ready for painting.
• Basic communication skills to ask questions, report issues, and work well with others.