Paint Line Helper - West Bend

Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc. is seeking a Paint Line Assembler to produce components by assembling parts and subassemblies for OEM and related products. The role involves loading/unloading parts from the paint line, applying masking as required, and ensuring coatings meet specifications.

Candidates should have paint experience, strong teamwork, and solid math and blueprint-reading abilities. The position emphasizes safety, quality documentation, and adherence to company policies.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in paint operations or related coating processes is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work well in a team and coordinate with other departments.
• Aptitude for taking orders and executing tasks efficiently.
• Strong basic math skills are important for precise assembly.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and self-motivation; multi-tasking ability.
• Good finger and hand dexterity is necessary for handling small parts.
• Basic knowledge of blueprints reading and torque values is preferred.
• Experience in a highly technical environment with light electrical or heavy equipment assembly is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Confirm job order and material selections; report packaging shortages.
• Tape and mask parts as required for coating.
• Hang parts uniformly on conveyors for cleaning and powder painting.
• Assist with desk assembly on line and assemble tread plates when needed.
• Remove parts from racks after oven cure and inspect coated parts.

Skills

Paint experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Order execution

Math skills

Detail orientation

Dexterity

Blueprint reading

Electrical/Heavy assembly exposure

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Paint Supervisor, this positions primary responsibilities are to produces components by assembling parts and subassemblies for OEM and SCAG product and loading and unloading parts from the paint line. This person may perform quality issues and notify supervisor and/or resolve quality issues. Team work, housekeeping and organizing is important for this role. Availability on 1st Shift.

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 desk assembly on line and assemble tread plates, when 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.
• Prepares work to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists; gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials.
• Positions parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements.
• Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies.
• Resolves assembly problems by altering dimensions to meet specifications; notifying supervisor to obtain additional resources.
• Other duties as assigned.

Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

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Qualifications

• Must have prior experinece in Paint.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to efficiently work in a team and coordinate work with other departments.
• Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently.
• High school degree, diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from is accredited institution.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Demonstrated detail orientation, self motivation skills and ability to multi-task.
• Good finger and hand dexterity.
• Basic knowledge in blue prints reading and torque values.
• Previous experience working within a highly technical environment with light electrical assembly and/or heavy equipment assembly.

Job Expectations

Equipment Operated: Forklift, measurement devices, wrenches, screwdrivers and various other hand tools.

Physical Demands

Physical Activity:

Activity

N/A

Occasionally

Frequently

Regularly

Average lbs.

Lift/Carry

25 lbs routinely, 55 lbs occasionally

Push/Pull

25 lbs routine, 55 lbs occasionally

Reach Overhead

Comments:

Climb

Squat/Bend/Kneel

Sit

Stand

Walk/Move About

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

Work Environment

Regularly exposed to varying temperature conditions between 60-100 degrees Fahrenheit, loud noise, moving machinery parts, airborne particles, and fumes from production equipment.