2nd Shift Production Painter

RealTruck, Inc.; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

RealTruck, Inc. seeks a Production Painter to operate paint guns and apply industrial finishes while maintaining continuous production and minimizing waste.

The role involves pre-operation startup steps, in-process quality checks, and adjusting gun settings to meet specifications with accuracy and efficiency. Preferred candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with an Associate degree or equivalent and up to 6 months prior painting experience in manufacturing; autobody background is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college preferred.
• 6 months painting experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Prior autobody experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate paint guns using proper technique to apply industrial paint finishes on product.
• Ensure continuous production with minimal waste by performing pre-operation activities.
• Perform in-process inspections to ensure products meet visual standards.
• Adjust and diagnose paint gun settings to meet specifications and timelines.
• Ensure daily production report data is accurate and up to date.
• Perform out-of-booth inspection and buffing, polishing or repairs on product.
• Mix paint according to production card.

Skills

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Production Painter will operate paint guns using the proper technique to apply industrial paint finishes on product. They will ensure continuous production with minimal waste by performing pre-operation activities each day to ensure proper equipment startup, including adjusting and diagnosing paint gun settings.

Core Functions

• Operate paint guns using proper technique to apply industrial paint finishes on product.
• Ensure continuous production with minimal wasted time and materials throughout the shift while performing basic adjustments to ensure safe and efficient painting.
• Perform necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup each day and complete the necessary steps needed before product is painted.
• Perform in-process inspections of products throughout production and ensure they meet visual standards of acceptance.
• Adjust and diagnose problems with the paint gun settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications and in a timely fashion.
• Ensure daily production report data is reported correctly and up to date. Recognize defective materials for color, surface blemishes, and finish.
• Perform out of booth inspection and completes buffing, polishing or repairs on product.
• Mix paint according to production card.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience is required.
• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience preferred.
• 6 months prior painting experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Prior autobody experience preferred.

Required Licenses

• None.

Skills, Abilities, And Knowledge

• Ability to meet medical clearance to wear a respirator, fresh air hood or PAP.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic drawings and prints.

Travel

• None.

COMPETENCIES

• Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Supervisor Responsibilities

• Individual Contributor: working team member with no oversight of others and no management responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

• This position is subject to Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Activities

• This position is subject to the following physical activities: climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, crawling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Visual Acuity

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.

Working Conditions

• The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, including heat, noise, vibration, and hazards from a production-based environment.

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck’s 6,000+ associates operate from 35+ facilities across four continents. RealTruck’s industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 1,000 patents and pending applications. The company’s omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships.