Paint Prep & Metal Assembly Specialist

D & G Machine Products, Inc.; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

D & G Machine Products, Inc. in Westbrook, ME is seeking a Paint Prep/Assembly associate to prepare metal components for painting and production. You will perform surface prep, sanding, deburring, masking, and cleaning using hand and power tools, following blueprints and quality standards.

You will also assist with assembly, material handling and shipping preparation, operate lifting and handling equipment, and ensure safety and documentation, with emphasis on teamwork and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a machine shop, fabrication, or finishing environment preferred.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and specifications required.
• Must be able to work in a team-based environment.
• Must be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must pass a post-employment offer drug screen, physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces to be coated by sanding, masking, and cleaning with solvent.
• Touch up areas of painted items as needed.
• Operate material handling equipment (hand trucks, pallet jacks, overhead cranes) to position large parts.
• Assist with preparing final product for shipment.
• Perform finishing operations including deburring, sanding, grinding, polishing, and cleaning.
• Use hand and power tools (grinders, sanders, buffers) to achieve required finishes.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions to determine finishing requirements.
• Assemble machinery and fabricated metal components according to directions.
• Use various machines and hand tools to complete tasks.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Dexterity

Blueprint interpretation

Repetitive tasks

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools experience

Fabrication finishing tools

Job description

D & G Machine Products, Inc. in Westbrook, ME is seeking a Paint Prep/Assembly associate to prepare metal components for painting and production. You will perform surface prep, sanding, deburring, masking, and cleaning using hand and power tools, following blueprints and quality standards.

You will also assist with assembly, material handling and shipping preparation, operate lifting and handling equipment, and ensure safety and documentation, with emphasis on teamwork and attention to detail.