Prep & Priming Technician

HERD North America Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading collision protection firm in Manitoba is seeking a reliable Prep & Priming Technician. In this full-time evening role, you will prepare steel components for coating, focusing on sandblasting to meet quality standards. Candidates should have experience or a willingness to learn, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Paid vacation

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in sandblasting, coatings, manufacturing, or surface preparation is an asset.
• Comfortable working with spray equipment, power tools, and blasting systems.
• Willingness to participate in training and cross-functional improvement efforts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare steel components for coating through cleaning and sandblasting.
• Apply black primer to parts with consistent coverage.
• Perform visual inspections to ensure coating quality.

Skills

Sandblasting

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Tools

Spray equipment

Power tools

Blasting systems

Job description

Overview

HERD – the leader in front-end collision protection – is committed to producing the highest quality of leading-edge products for our customers.

We are looking for a reliable and detail-focused Prep & Priming Technician to join our Production Team. In this role, you'll play a critical part in preparing our steel components for coating - with a strong focus on sandblasting to ensure a clean, consistent surface that meets HERD’s high quality standards.

Position: Prep & Priming Technician
Location: 2168 Springfield Road (no bus routes)
Role Type: Full-time, Evening Shift: Monday to Friday, 3:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Starting Wage: $17.00/hour + $1 Premium

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare steel components for coating through cleaning and sandblasting.
• Apply black primer to brackets, hardware, and other parts with consistent coverage.
• Maintain spray guns and blasting equipment according to SOPs.
• Perform visual inspections to ensure coating quality and consistency.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and notify maintenance as needed.
• Track coating parameters and production data accurately.
• Follow all safety protocols, including proper PPE and hazardous materials handling.
• Support 5S, continuous improvement, and team development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in sandblasting, coatings, manufacturing, or surface preparation is an asset.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs. safely and consistently.
• Ability to wear a full face fresh air helmet for the duration of the shift/consistently.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and safety standards.
• Comfortable working with spray equipment, power tools, and blasting systems.
• A team-oriented mindset with solid communication skills.
• Willingness to participate in training and cross-functional improvement efforts.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, complete with paid vacation.
• A dynamic, supportive work environment with a focus on collaboration.
• Opportunities for professional growth through our Development and Value Discussions (DVD) program.
• A chance to contribute to innovative products that make a difference in the transportation industry.

Apply Now and Build Your Future with Us!

We appreciate all interest, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.