Paint Line Helper/Loader

TREW LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TREW LLC is seeking a Paint line helper/loader in Chicago, IL, focused on safe, efficient movement of parts onto and off the powder coating line. You will ensure proper part presentation for coating and support line throughput while upholding quality standards.

Responsibilities include hanging parts on overhead racks, maintaining orientation and spacing for uniform coating, inspections, and safe operation of tools and equipment. High school diploma required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Hang parts onto overhead conveyor racks per standards.
• Ensure proper orientation and spacing for coating coverage.
• Follow standards and specifications; drive line balancing and volume loading of parts.
• Select and use appropriate hooks, racks, and fixturing.
• Maintain consistent feed rate to support line throughput targets.
• Safely remove coated parts from conveyor after curing.
• Stage or package parts for next operation.
• Minimize down time and troubleshoot bottlenecks.
• Ensure tools and equipment are in good working order and arrange for maintenance.
• Segregate non-conforming parts for rework.
• Monitor and ensure painted parts meet quality standards for orientation, density, and inspection.

Skills

Manual handling 25-50 lbs

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Identify line issues

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Fixturing

Job description

As a Paint line helper/loader you will be responsible for the safe and efficient movement of parts onto and off the powder coating line. This role ensures proper part presentation for coating, maintains production flow, and supports overall line efficiency and quality.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Hang parts onto overhead conveyor racks according to defined standards
• Ensure proper orientation and spacing for optimal coating coverage driven by best practices
• Follow standards and specifications; conduct inspections as necessary. Drive to line balancing and volume loading of parts
• Select and use appropriate hooks, racks, and fixturing
• Maintain consistent feed rate to support line throughput targets
• Safely remove coated parts from conveyor after curing
• Stage or package parts for next operation
• Minimize down time and look for bottle necks to trouble shoot
• Ensure that tools and equipment are in good working order and arrange for necessary maintenance and repairs.
• Segregate non-conforming parts for rework
• Monitor and ensure that all painted parts meet quality standards for part orientation, rack density, and inspection

Required Skills:

• Ability to lift 25-50 lbs; higher weights with mechanical assist
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools, interpreting technical drawings, and understanding all powder paint processes
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards
• Ability to identify and address paint line-related issues
• Strict adherence to safety protocols and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee will frequently lift on average 20-50lbs throughout the course of 1 business day: higher weights with mechanical assist. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment can be considered quite loud in certain working environments.

TREW’s story:

Business gets done working together. Successful business happens when trusted partners work together, to win together. At TREW we know that our customers buy solutions and technology built by people. With over 400 team members, we work fearlessly every day to do the right thing, even when no one is watching. From seasoned professionals to undergraduate co-ops, our team members enjoy seeing the impact of their contributions every day.

Trew is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.