Paint Helper (Beaver Dam)

Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc. in Beaver Dam, WI is seeking a Paint Helper for the GEMA Paint System to kit, load/unload and package parts for the paint line. You will help ensure quality, maintain housekeeping and support line operations.

1st shift is 5:00am–1:30pm, Monday–Friday with potential overtime. Join a team focused on safety, accuracy and efficient throughput. Responsibilities include tagging, masking, hanging parts on conveyors, assisting on the line, inspecting coatings and keeping

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Prefer knowledge of painting tools, equipment, and techniques.
• Experience painting on a moving line in manufacturing preferred.
• Strong math and computer skills.
• Lean manufacturing exposure.
• Understanding of metric and standard measurement systems.
• Demonstrated detail orientation and multi-tasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Confirm job order and material selections. Report shortages.
• Tape and mask parts for coating.
• Hang parts uniformly on conveyer for cleaning and powder painting.
• Assist with assembly on line as needed.
• Inspect coated parts for coating thickness using gauges.
• Keep paint hooks clean and area organized.
• Document production and quality records as required.
• Follow safety rules and report quality concerns.

Skills

Math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Coating gauges

Measuring tools

Job description

Overview

Join our state of the art GEMA Paint System in Beaver Dam today!!!

The Paint Helper is primarily responsible for kitting, loading/unloading and packaging parts for the paint line. This person may identify quality issues and notify supervisor and/or resolve quality issues. Team work, housekeeping and organizing is important for this role.

This is a 1st shift position: hours are 5:00a to 1:30p Monday through Friday. Some overtime may be required at times.

Responsibilities

• Confirm job order and material selections. Report any packaging shortages.
• Tape and mask parts as required for coating.
• Use correct hangers to hang parts correctly on conveyer. Hang parts uniform for cleaning and powder painting.
• Assist with assembly on line as needed.
• Remove parts from racks after oven cure.
• Inspect coated parts for coating thickness using approved gauges.
• Keep paint hooks clean and in good working order; organize the area as needed.
• Responsible for filling out and managing all production, and quality documentation as required.
• Rack fenders with material handler when unloading line.
• Follow instructions to package parts to avoid damage in proper containers and on proper racks.
• Follow all company rules, policies and regulations.
• Report quality concerns to line leader, manager or QC department.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards, using proper PPE and load weight limitations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Prefer knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials, and application techniques common to the painting trade.
• Prefer experience painting on a moving line in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong basic math and computer skills.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Prefer previous experience working within a powder coat department.
• Exposure to a Lean manufacturing environment.
• General understanding of Metric and Standard systems.
• High school degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from is accredited institution.
• Demonstrated detail orientation, self-motivation skills and ability to multi-task.

Job Expectations

Physical Activity:

Activity

N/A

Occasionally

Frequently

Regularly

Average lbs.

Lift/Carry

X

50

Push/Pull

X

50

Reach Overhead

X

Comments: Moderate to heavy physical effort required to perform the basis essentials of the job. Frequently required to bend and stoop. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Climb

X

Squat/Bend/Kneel

X

Sit

X

Stand

X

Walk/Move About

X

Occasional: 1-2 hrs/shift Frequently 2-5 hrs/shift Regularly 5-8 hrs/shift

Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

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