Industrial Painter/Production Assistant

JW HICKS INCORPORATED; Knox (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan options

Merit-based pay increases

Job summary

JW Hicks, Inc. in Knox, IN, is seeking an industrial painter/production assistant for our fabrication department. This Monday–Friday, day-shift position offers steady, year-round employment and a chance to contribute to a growing company.

You will prep and paint parts, operate forklifts and overhead cranes, measure and cut to blueprint specs, and ensure product traceability. The team-oriented environment emphasizes safety, learning, and career growth, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience painting with a spray gun.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. consistently throughout shift.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must pass a post-offer, preemployment physical and drug screen prior to employment.
• Competitive pay and merit-based increases.
• Career advancement opportunities in a growing company.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Paid time off and retirement plan options.

Responsibilities

• Prep and paint completed parts and assemblies
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move raw materials and work in progress
• Measure and cut materials to length according to blueprints
• Inspect, prepare, finish and package products for final shipping
• Maintain raw material and product identification to ensure traceability
• Assist fabricators as needed
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition

Skills

Spray painting

Lifting 50 lbs

Team player

Willingness to learn

Post-offer drug screen

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JW Hicks, Inc. believes in \"Doing it Right.\"

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• Location 1750 W,Pacific Avenue,Knox, IN, 46534,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 - $21.00 / Hour
• Industry Fabrication, Manufacturing
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

At JW Hicks, we are looking for talented individuals to join our growing team in Knox, Indiana. Currently we are looking to add an industrial painter/production assistant for our fabrication department. We have a passion for producing the best refractory products on the market and are seeking individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and heart for \"Doing it Right.\"

Requirements

Industrial Painter/Production Assistant Job Responsibilities

• Prep and paint completed parts and assemblies
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move raw materials and work in progress
• Measure and cut materials to length according to blueprints
• Inspect, prepare, finish and package products for final shipping
• Maintain raw material and product identification to ensure traceability
• Assist fabricators as needed
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition

Industrial Painter/Production Assistant Qualifications

• Experience painting with a spray gun
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. consistently throughout shift
• Positive attitude and ability and willingness to learn
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must pass a post-offer, preemployment physical and drug screen prior to employment
• Competitive pay and merit-based increases
• Career advancement opportunities in a growing company
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Paid time off and retirement plan options

Summary

This is a Monday-Friday, day shift positions. If you are looking for steady, year around employment and have a good work history, we would love to hear from you.