Paint Line Operator, 1st Shift

GH Metal Solutions; Fort Payne (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

GH Metal Solutions in Fort Payne, AL is seeking a Paint Line Operator to support fabrication operations. You will follow SOPs, monitor line performance, and ensure parts are properly prepared and finished according to customer specifications.

Candidates should have experience in production environments, strong communication, ability to multitask, and the ability to read blueprints and work orders. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and meeting production standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a powder coating environment is advantageous.
• Ability to multitask and handle competing priorities, work independently or in a team.
• Solid verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of blueprints and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and follow SOPs for each task.
• Complete production documentation accurately.
• Perform quality checks on materials to ensure specifications.
• Monitor line loading, density, and unloading procedures.
• Assist in training others on production tasks and safety.

Skills

Powder coating experience

Multitasking

Verbal communication

Blueprints & work orders

Job description

Job Summary

The Fabricating job family ensures an environment of continuous improvement exists in the organizations production processes, operating procedures and workflows in order to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction. General areas of responsibility include producing products for OEM partners; developing quality objectives; documenting procedures; implementing and measuring quality measurements; delivering training; and leading the organization through industry quality certification processes. Positions in fabrication as a Paint Line Operator can include job titles such as Burner, Floater, Loader/Unloader, Paint Prep, and Packout.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Repetitive Motion, Reaching

Function in the Job

Medium/Heavy work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Read, understand, and follow the steps outlined in SOPs for each task being performed.
• Complete required documentation including production records, quality checks, labels, etc. in a complete, legible, and accurate manner.
• Perform established quality checks on material at required intervals to ensure all product specifications are being met.
• Monitors the loading and unloading of parts to ensure correct hanging methods, line density calculations, and unloading/stacking procedures are adhered to.
• Helps train others for production job responsibilities by demonstrating operational procedures that include hanging methods, parts check/verification, loading and unloading, and packing out parts according to customer specifications.
• Collaborate with quality staff to ensure the product is meeting company and customer specifications and adjust as needed to ensure line continuity.
• Trained and authorized personnel will operate forklifts and be responsible for burning off painted racks/hardware, reworked parts, and sandblasting after completion of burn off.
• Meet established production standards for the department.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety standards and adheres to all safety policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Performing other duties or functions as requested by management.

Required Skills

• Previous experience in a powder coating environment a plus.
• Ability to multi-task & handle task with competing priorities; ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment
• Solid verbal communication skills
• Understanding of blueprints and work orders.