PAINTER - DT (2nd shift)

Starting pay: $23.22 per hour plus a $0.75 per hour shift premium.

About Us

Founded in 1961, WEG is one of the largest electric machine manufacturers globally, employing over 47,000 people and selling to more than 135 countries. Our U.S. operations are expanding rapidly, and we seek dedicated individuals to drive our ambitious growth plans.

As a Human Company, we value each individual's contribution and lead through integrity, ethics, and continuous support for personal development. We prioritize professional growth, human rights, and environmental stewardship. Our sustainability strategy focuses on Sustainable Products and Solutions, Responsible Supply Chain, Circular and Efficient Operations, and Engaged Employees and Communities. We provide high-efficiency, low-carbon products, promote carbon neutrality, and emphasize eco-efficiency in resource management and greenhouse gas reduction.

Recent awards include the Excellence in Quality Award from Caterpillar for the third consecutive year, Gold certification in EcoVadis for the second consecutive year, and the "Executive of the Year" Award in Brazil for our President and CEO for the eleventh consecutive time.

Our values are: Human Company, Teamwork, Efficiency, Flexibility, Innovation, and Leadership.

Responsibilities

• Carefully 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, including 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.
• Current work authorization for employment within the United States.
• Must complete talent assessment, job interview, pre-employment drug screen (including THC), and background check.

Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and previous manufacturing experience.

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Specific details and more benefits are outlined in the WEG Transformers USA & IUE-CWA CBA, 2021.

Pay

$23.22 per hour plus a $0.75 per hour shift premium.

Schedule

2nd shift with limited overtime, including potential weekend work.