Paint Line Operator

Steffes; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Steffes is seeking a diligent Paint Technician to apply paint products per customer specifications and maintain equipment in excellent condition. The role requires following established work instructions, training guides, and quality criteria to ensure consistent, high-quality finishes.

You will operate HVLP and electrostatic spray gear, handle sanding and hand tools, and work collaboratively with teams to meet delivery timelines while upholding safety standards across the shop floor.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience with paint spray systems preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and work in tight spaces is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Apply paint products per customer specifications and QMS requirements.
• Follow standard work, training guides, procedures, and acceptance criteria.
• Operate paint spray equipment, sanding tools, and hand tools as needed.
• Maintain and clean spray guns and related equipment.
• Adhere to build boards and Kanban system requirements.
• Report material, product, or equipment inconsistencies or defects.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, co-workers, and management to maintain a positive work atmosphere.
• Support Steffes' strategic, quality, and safety objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVLP Guns

Electrostatic Guns

Pressure Pots

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Paint Spray Equipment

Sanding Equipment

Hand Tools

Job description

Position Summary

This position will be responsible for the application of paint products in accordance with customer specifications and requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Application of paint products in accordance with customer and QMS specifications/requirements.
• 2. Follow and understand standard work, training guides, procedures, and acceptance criteria to meet customer requirements.
• 3. Able to use paint spray equipment, sanding equipment, and various hand tools.
• 4. Maintain and clean spray guns and related equipment.
• 5. Follow and understand build boards and Kanban system requirements.
• 6. Report inconsistencies and/or defects in material, product, or equipment.
• 7. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in collaborative manner with customers, suppliers, co-workers, and management.
• 8. Helps company meet its Strategic, Quality and Safety objectives.
• 9. Other duties may be assigned.

Functional & Cognitive Requirements

• This position requires walking and standing to a significant degree.
• This position requires working in tight spaces with areas less than 30” possible.
• Must have the ability to lift 70 pounds from floor to waist, carry 50 pounds, and push and/or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Must have the ability to climb ladders and/or stairs.
• Certain products may require laying on the floor in order to paint correctly.
• Stooping, crouching, kneeling, and bending.
• Handling, feeling, and gripping would be required for most activities.
• Visual acuity is required to inspect work before and after completion.
• This role may be subject to internal and external environmental conditions.
• Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions in the context of a workflow, ability to communicate with visitors, ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.

Core Values

Trust: We promote growth and long-term success by making wise decisions with trust as an essential component.

Respect: We unleash creative talents of our diverse workforce by treating each other the way we would like to be treated.

Teamwork: We believe people achieve much more by working together.

Integrity: We follow through and keep our word while being open, honest, ethical, and fair.

Safety: We view our co-workers as family members of our business and strive to ensure safety for all.

Humility: We recognize and appreciate strengths and contributions beyond one’s self. We are modest, genuine, and authentic.

Core Expectations

Customer Service - Demonstrate excellent customer service and display a positive attitude and behavior consistent with the Steffes Code of Conduct and Core Values.

Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS) – Perform work in compliance with EHS training and identified procedures/standard work. Report any EHS incident or concern to your supervisor immediately. Cooperate and contribute to the overall success of the EHS program.

Quality – Participate in job-specific training. Complete work as indicated by standard work, processes, and/or procedures. If your work can’t be completed as required, notify your supervisor immediately for guidance.

Conduct - Demonstrate and support the Steffes Code of Conduct.

Policies and Procedures - Demonstrate and support Steffes Policies and Procedures by:

• Using tact, sound judgement, and maintaining a professional attitude in communication and relationships with others.
• Striving to deliver the best quality in daily work.
• Promoting a positive image of Steffes and its products.
• Being timely and punctual in attendance and following all policies and procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

Preferred

• 1+ Years of Experience in Related Field Expert
• Expert
• Expert
• Or a Combination of Skills & Education Expert
• HVLP and/or Electrostatic Guns Expert
• Expert
• Expert
• Pressure Pots Expert

Required

High School or GED or better in High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

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