Paint Line Operator - Night Shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K matching

FSA

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays + Paid Personal Days

Disability Insurance

Mental Health Resources

Military Leave

Education Assistance

Paternity Leave

Bereavement Leave

Jury Duty Leave

Virtual Physical Therapy

Job summary

Steffes in Shelby, NC seeks a Paint Applications Technician to apply paint products per customer specs and QMS rules. The role focuses on operating paint spray and related tools, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality and safety.

Candidates should have 1+ year related experience, a high school diploma or GED, and basic computer knowledge. The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to Steffes core values.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of related work experience.
• Basic computer knowledge (Windows, email, internet).
• Familiarity with HVLP and/or electrostatic guns, pressure pots, and proportioners is a plus.
• Written and verbal communication, math, reading, and spelling skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Math skills

Reading skills

Spelling skills

HVLP familiarity

Electrostatic guns familiarity

Paint application in a shop

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HVLP guns

Electrostatic guns

Pressure pots

Proportioners

Job description

Position Summary

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

Job Details

Description

Position Summary

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

requirements.

Steffes Benefit Plan Includes

• Competitive Low Deductible/Low Out-of-Pocket Medical Insurance Plan
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous 401K matching
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays + Paid Personal Days
• Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Resources
• Paid Military Leave
• Education Assistance Program
• Paid Paternity Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Paid Jury Duty Leave
• Employer-paid Virtual Physical Therapy Program

Steffes 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 oneself. We are modest, genuine, and authentic.

Key Responsibilities

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

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.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years of prior work experience in related field
• Basic computer knowledge (Windows, email, internet, etc.)
• Familiarity with HVLP and/or electrostatic guns, pressure pots, and proportioners is a plus.
• Written and verbal communication, math, reading, and spelling skills

-OR-

• An acceptable combination of education and experience

Functional & Cognitive Requirements Of Position

• 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.