Associate Painter

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 52,349,000 - 56,482,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement contributions

Employee stock purchase

Holiday pay

Vacation

Sick days

Employee discounts

Referral bonuses

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. in McKinney, TX is hiring an Associate Painter to support the powder coat operation on the 2nd shift. You will load and unload paint line products, inspect coatings, and ensure quality while following safety and procedures.

The role requires staying aware of wash titration levels, performing material checks, and assisting with other production tasks as needed. A high school diploma and basic math skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Math reasoning and basic arithmetic for production tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret simple instructions, drawings and records.
• Strong verbal communication and ability to present information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality of paint coating through visual and test methods.
• Check welded parts for porosity and defects during painting.
• Follow production schedule to ensure correct order of painting.
• Follow safety guidelines and complete paperwork according to procedures.
• Monitor wash system titration levels.
• Train on other equipment or processes as needed.
• Perform chemical and adhesion tests as required.

Skills

Mathematical Reasoning

Reading & Writing

Speaking

Reading Drawings

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Powered Industrial Truck Certification

Job description

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

Associate Painter

The Associate Painter is responsible for the loading and unloading of paint line products and materials and supporting the powder coat operators. This position is also responsible for quality inspections of products, checking millage thickness on product and titrations of chemicals. 2nd Shift Hours are Mon - Thu 4:25PM – 2:55AM. You will receive a $2.50 shift differential for every hour worked.

What you’ll be doing (% of Time)

• Ensure the quality of paint coating through visual and test methods and the overall quality of parts painted through visual inspection.
• Check welded parts for porosity and missing or defective welds while painting.
• Follow sequence of schedule to ensure product is painted in correct order distributed to the next process.
• Follow Safety guidelines and complete paperwork according to procedures defined. (75%)
• Monitor and maintain wash system titration levels. (15%)
• Train on other equipment and or processes within the production area to meet customer demands. (10%)
• Check chemical and adhesion tests as required.

Desired skills and experience

• Simpson Strong-Tie Powered Industrial Truck certification (will certify at hire) required.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• 1 year related manufacturing experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and training within the powder coating industry.
• Mathematical Reasoning: Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimal equivalents.
• Language: Ability to read and write simple instructions and correspondence. Ability to read, comprehend and interpret drawings.
• Speaking: Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations.
• Reasoning: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written and oral form and to solve problems involve both concrete and unknown variables.
• Measurements: Able to read a tape measure to 1/32” tolerance and to use combination squares to measure angles to +/- 1 degree.
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify options for solving a problem encountered during the manufacturing process.

Travel, Work Status & Location

Travel required: This job requires 0% domestic travel.

Work status & Location: This full-time, non-exempt position is located in McKinney, TX.

Relocation: Relocation will not be considered for this position.

Pay: $19.00 / hour

Physical requirements and work environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. This role operates large equipment while standing for approximately 8-12 hours, regularly twisting and bending in a repetitive motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.

Work environment: The job may risk exposure to heat and/or cold, loud noise levels, vibration, and moving mechanical parts.

Rewards at Simpson Strong-Tie

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement contributions
• Employee stock purchase and bonus plans
• Pay for holidays
• Vacation
• Sick days
• Funerals and jury duty
• Years of service awards
• Employee discountsEmployee referral bonuses
• Charitable contribution matching
• Education reimbursement

View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.

Equal opportunity and background checks

In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.