Manufacturing Technician - Paint

INNIO Waukesha; Welland; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working model

Company matched RRSP program

Collaborative team atmosphere

Job summary

An innovative manufacturing company in the Niagara Region is seeking a Paint Technician to be a key member of their assembly operations. In this role, you will handle critical paint requirements for engine production, which includes painting engine parts according to specifications, performing inspections, and managing maintenance of paint tools and systems. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, relevant paint experience, and be detail-oriented while working in a team-focused environment. The job offers flexible hours and a supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and/or relevant paint experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of required tools & equipment, such as the operation of electrostatic paint guns.
• Ability to adapt and be successful handling multiple tasks.
• Willingness to work at heights and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Painting all engine types and parts per engineering specifications.
• Completing required paint inspection reports and documenting non-conformities.
• Managing scheduled preventative maintenance on all paint and wash systems.
• Tracking inventory of gun parts, consumables, and other materials.

Skills

Knowledge of electrostatic paint guns

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work flexible hours

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or relevant paint experience

Tools

Electrostatic paint guns

Job description

Overview

Paint Technician will act as a key member of the assembly operations unit when taking ownership of critical paint requirements in engine production. This involves preparing engines throughout all stages of the paint process, inclusive of washing, masking & final detailing. You will also manage scheduled routine maintenance of paint tools, systems & applicable equipment.

At INNIO, we offer you

• An innovative and international connected working environment
• Flexible working model and structure
• Company matched RRSP program
• An upbeat atmosphere with a collaborative cross-functional team

Responsibilities

• Painting all engine types and parts per engineering specifications to prepare for customer shipment
• Completing required paint inspection reports and documenting all non-conformities to support root cause analysis when improving assembly processes
• Performing basic assembly related repairs when non-conformances are found during final inspection review
• Operating the start-up and shutdown processes of the paint wash booths and ensuring the required booth temperatures and safety resets are functioning
• Accurately controlling electrostatic paint gun during paint process, following proper cleaning procedure and adjustment of gun fluid
• Tracking inventory of gun parts, consumables and other materials used in the area
• Managing the 2KS system to correctly introduce paint throughout the lines and performing necessary troubleshooting when needed
• Following work instructions to successfully identify parts of the engine to be masked before paint
• Detailing engines by hand painting all raised lettering, performing paint touch-ups, and applying grease to necessary exposed parts on the engine
• Managing proper function of the paint kitchen by identifying correct motor pressures and ensuring adequate inventory levels of paints, solvents & catalyst
• Conducting all scheduled preventative maintenance on all paint and wash systems to ensure optimal operation and alignment with manufacturer specifications

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma and/or relevant paint experience in a manufacturing setting
• Knowledge of required tools & equipment, such as the operation of electrostatic paint guns and ability to calibrate both gauges and measuring equipment
• Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and demonstrate problem solving skills
• Team player who is accountable for teams’ success, when meeting business objectives and taking responsibility for decisions and outcomes
• Ability to adapt and be successful handling multiple tasks
• High attention to detail in achieving thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing tasks
• Must be able to conduct work at heights
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours/shifts
• Able to meet physical and cognitive demands assessment, inclusive of lifting a minimum weight of 40 lbs