Paint Line Operator - Weekend Shift - Holland, MI

Haworth; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, lifeinsurance

401K with company match

4 weeks Paid Time Off Accrual by pay-

Bonus opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Parental Leave

On-site 24-hour Fitness Center

Opportunity for overtime (Paid at time

Job summary

Haworth in Holland, MI, is seeking a Paint Line Operator/Loader to join our manufacturing team. You will run the paint line, load materials, monitor the process from pre-wash to cure, and troubleshoot issues to ensure consistent coating quality.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of paint experience, familiarity with environmental factors affecting paint, and the ability to obtain PIT certification. We offer benefits from day one, overtime opportunities, and growth within a global furniture leader.

Qualifications

• 8th grade education or higher required.
• Minimum 2 years prior paint experience preferred; awareness of environmental impact on painting process and ability to adjust accordingly.
• Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck certification.

Responsibilities

• Access production schedule to ensure correct parts are on hand.
• Maintain inventory to ensure paint availability; use PIT, hand trucks, or dollies to move materials.
• Program recipes into paint booths for correct coverage and prepare lines for product runs.
• Monitor painting sequence and related systems; make adjustments as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance and keep the paint area clean and safe.
• Rotate through department work centers and work overtime as required.

Skills

Paint line experience

Troubleshooting

Environmental awareness

Team coordination

Education

8th grade

Tools

PIT certification

Job description

We Look Forward to Meeting You!

We know finding the right job that fits your life is important. If you're looking for a manufacturing role in a company that offers a diverse and inclusive work environment, stability, competitive wages, and growth opportunities, then Haworth is the place for you! Regardless of your skill level or background, we believe everyone can contribute to our company's success. We value our members and invest in their development and well-being to help them succeed.

Company Overview

In business for more than 70 years, Haworth is a family‑owned, global leader in office furniture and architectural interiors. In addition to our heritage of innovative design and quality products, we are proud of our members who have contributed to our company's success and stability.

You're looking for a good job, and we're looking for good people. Let's meet!

Why Haworth? Find out here!

Here at Haworth, our Members enjoy the following benefits from their first day of employment:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401K with company match
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off Accrual by pay period
• Bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• On‑site 24‑hour Fitness Center
• Opportunity for overtime (Paid at time and a half)

Job Overview

We are currently looking for a Paint Line Operator/Loader to join our team in Holland.

Runs the paint line. Maintains stock of raw paint materials and chemicals, references paint schedule and sets up and prepares the line for product runs. Monitors painting process (pre-wash through cure) to ensure complete paint coverage. Troubleshoots problems based on experience with equipment.

Essential Functions

• Accesses production schedule to make sure correct parts are on hand. Verifies parts received match schedule.
• Maintains inventory to ensure paint availability. Uses powered industrial truck (PIT), hand truck or dolly to load/move materials to work area.
• Programs recipes into paint booths to ensure correct paint coverage for each part. Fills containers with prescribed quantities of paint, chemicals, or other materials; verifies correct paints are placed in hoppers and corresponding booths. Changes out paint/powder as needed.
• Monitors paint room computer system to verify painting sequence and all other paint functions (wash tank, spray guns, booth set-up, dry off and cure oven). Makes adjustments as necessary.
• Manually paints parts if quantity is minimal or for special/unique products.
• Maintains paint area. Cleans spray tanks, hoses, and nozzles, using solvent, brushes, and cloths. Responsible for booth cleaning.
• Performs all required preventive maintenance.
• Rotates through department work centers based on business need.
• Works overtime as needed.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

EDUCATION

• 8th grade

Work Requirements & Experience

• Minimum 2 years prior paint experience preferred; knowledge of environmental impact (temperature, humidity) on the painting process and the ability to make changes based on environmental changes.
• Ability to obtain and maintain powered industrial truck certification.

ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Large machinery and equipment used in work areas. Possibility of cuts, scrapes or bruises.
• Moderate exposure to dust, noise, solvent, heat, paint, and lubricants. May also be exposed to glue, solvent, heat, paint, fiberglass, and denatured alcohol.
• Constant mental and visual alertness required to avoid potential serious injury to self and others in all work groups.
• Eye protection required; hearing protection may be required.
• Moves and may lift materials and/or products weighing up to 50 pounds, occasionally more (assistance given with heavier objects).
• Walks, bends, twists, turns, reaches and lifts while performing functions of position.
• Standing required for extended periods.
• Work requires regular repetitive arm and hand movement.
• May be required to climb stairs and ladders.

Ideally, You Have Also Demonstrated The Following

• Ability to utilize appropriate electronic production system to complete job duties, along with the respective technology tools, e.g. personal computer (PC), tablet, keyboard, mouse, RF gun.
• Ability to use precision measuring gauges to ensure quality parts.
• Ability to troubleshoot and make equipment adjustments if defects arise.

Please be aware that applicants will only be considered for the shift they have selected as their available working hours.