PAINTER - DT (1st shift)

About the Role

At our Distribution Transformer facility in Washington, MO, your work will power homes, hospitals, and industries across the country. When you join WEG, you help build a better, more efficient future for our world—starting right here in Franklin County.

Responsibilities

• Organize and identify transformers and subcomponents for painting, ensuring everything is prepped and ready.
• Skillfully apply primer, paint, and color as specified in the Bill of Materials (BOM), using and maintaining plural component or other paint equipment.
• Thoroughly clean transformers and sub-assemblies, mark and protect areas not to be painted, and apply a complete finish coat following work instructions.
• Conduct meticulous quality checks of the final paint finish, reworking or repainting as needed to meet manufacturing standards.
• Maintain all safety requirements, clean and maintain the workstation and paint system, and promptly report any issues to supervisors and maintenance.
• Assist with disassembly, AC assembly, LFH, and final assembly as needed, and complete all necessary paperwork to comply with regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Ability to work within the WEG Code of Ethics & Values.
• Ability to work evening or night shift and limited overtime.
• Able to work limited overtime on Saturdays and/or Sundays, if necessary.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret Bills of Materials (BOMs) and drawings.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics and computations.
• Ability to adhere to assigned schedule.
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic English communications.
• Resides or intends to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Washington, Missouri.
• Has current work authorization for employment within the United States.
• Must complete: talent assessment, job interview, pre-employment drug screen, and background check.
• Safety Sensitive position: Drug panel includes THC.

Qualifications

• Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: Previous manufacturing experience.

Pay

• Starting Pay: $23.22/hour for first shift painters.
• Shift Premiums:
  • 2nd Shift: +$0.75/hour
  • 3rd Shift: +$1.00/hour
  • After 3 years: +$2.00/hour
  • After 6 years: +$3.00/hour
• Overtime Pay: 1.5x regular rate for hours worked over 8 in a single day.
• Double Time Pay: As part of the 2025–2026 pilot program for volunteer Saturday work.

Schedule

• 5x8 or 4x10 schedules available, with limited overtime and predictable scheduling.
• Sundays generally reserved for maintenance tasks with volunteers, allowing team members to recharge.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (starting Day One)
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid Life and Short-Term Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pro-rated Bonus Plan
• Commute with Enterprise vanpooling options

Company Overview

Founded in 1961, WEG is one of the largest electric machine manufacturers in the world. We employ over 47,000 people globally and offer a diversified and integrated product line, with sales in more than 135 countries. Our U.S. operations are expanding rapidly, and we’re looking for dedicated individuals to help us achieve our ambitious growth plans.

Our Culture

We value each individual's contribution to our success and motivate our team through integrity, ethics, and continuous support for personal development. We prioritize professional and personal growth opportunities, human rights, diversity, and environmental sustainability. We invest in solutions to reduce carbon emissions and encourage our employees to engage in social activities focused on health and education.

Sustainability

Our sustainability strategy is based on four pillars:

• Sustainable Products and Solutions: Providing products and services with the highest efficiency and lowest carbon footprint.
• Responsible Supply Chain: Engaging a supply chain that upholds ethics in human rights, labor relations, and environmental preservation.
• Circular and Efficient Operations: Optimizing eco-efficiency, reducing emissions and waste, and promoting recycling and reuse.
• Engaged Employees and Communities: Ensuring safe working conditions, promoting well-being, and fostering an inclusive, innovative, and high-performance environment.

Recent Recognition

• Excellence in Quality Award from Caterpillar – 3 years in a row
• Gold Certification from EcoVadis – 2 years in a row
• Executive of the Year in Brazil – 11 consecutive years
• Industry Partner from MCCA - 2023

Our Values

• Human Company
• Teamwork
• Efficiency
• Flexibility
• Innovation
• Leadership