Paint Prep

Sunbelt Solomon; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Solomon in Spokane Valley, WA seeks a Paint Prep Technician to prepare transformer units for paint by cleaning, applying filler, taping, and sanding. You will follow work orders, inspect units for defects, and ensure safety and quality standards are met in a fast-paced production environment.

Ideal candidates hold a High School diploma or GED, OSHA 10 certification is a plus, and have hands-on experience with paint manufacturing and material handling equipment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• OSHA10 certified preferred.
• 1 year experience in paint manufacturing preferred.
• 1 year experience with material handling equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of basic hand tools preferred.
• A proven track record in safety excellence is required.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Meet department and production goals set by supervisor.
• Ensure product quality meets company and client expectations.
• Strong work ethic, communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and detail orientation.

Responsibilities

• Review checklist and follow work orders to ensure specifications.
• Transport transformer units to paint area using material handling equipment.
• Assess units for defects prior to prep and report issues.
• Prepare units for paint: remove stickers, apply filler, tape, sand, clean.
• Perform quality checks and ensure no leaks before painting.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE, respirator, gloves, safety glasses.
• Maintain clean and orderly workstation and area.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Safety compliance

Reading work orders

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or GED

OSHA 10 Certification

Tools

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Hand tools

Job description

Description:

Paint Prep Technician position is responsible for preparing transformer units for paint by cleaning, applying filler, taping, and sanding. Compliance with all safety requirements, product quality standards and company policies are essential functions of this role.

Responsibilities

• Review checklist and follow work order instructions to ensure compliance with specifications
• Transporting transformer units to their assigned area in the paint department by utilizing material handling equipment (forklift, crane, etc.)
• Assess and identify units for defects prior to prep, elevate defect issues to lead or supervisor if discovered
• Prepare transformer unit for paint by removing stickers, sticker glue, applying filler, taping, sanding, and cleaning.
• Perform quality checks and verify unit is not leaking before it leaves the area for paint
• Following all safety protocols which includes wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), respirator, glove, safety glasses, etc.
• Maintain safe, clean and orderly workstation and area.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• High School or GED preferred
• OSHA10 certified, preferred
• 1 year experience in paint manufacturing, preferred
• 1 year experience material handling equipment (forklift, crane, etc.), preferred
• Knowledge of basic hand tools preferred
• A proven track record in safety excellence is required.
• Adheres to all safety and environmental compliance regulations set by the organization. Notify management immediately of any safety concerns, hazardous conditions, or injuries.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Meet department and production goals set by supervisor.
• Ensure product quality meets company and client expectations.
• Possess a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, cooperative attitude, strong attention to detail and can work in a team environment.
• Adheres to the company's employee handbook policies and embodies the organization's core values.
• Ability to learn other department job functions and fill in as needed.
• Complete company compliance and safety training when required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and work under pressure in a fast-paced work environment.

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements for this role include, but are not limited to the following:

• Safety protocols require the completion and passing of a respiratory fit test
• Lift 50lbs floor to waist and waist to shoulder multiple times
• Standing and walking for long durations
• Bending, squatting, and kneeling multiple times for long durations
• The ability to climb up and down a ladder multiple times
• Balance and stand on a ladder with three points of contact for extended periods of time
• Comfortable working in the heat and cold due to manufacturing facilities not being climate controlled