Paint Prep Tech

Wastequip Manufacturing Company LLC; Hickstown (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options (Base + Buy-up)

Dental plan options

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(K) Retirement Plan with company 50

Job summary

Wastequip Manufacturing Company LLC in Erial, NJ is seeking a Paint Prep associate to clean, grind, and sand surfaces of components prior to painting. You will operate grinders and ensure a smooth, defect-free finish.

The role requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work overtime. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive team environment. Join a leading North American manufacturer of steel containers and waste-handling equipment.

Qualifications

• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Less than high school education or up to 1 month related experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Examines and feels surface of workpiece for defects.
• Selects abrasive wheel, or disk according to specifications, knowledge of abrasives, and condition of metal, and attaches to grinder.
• Starts grinder and moves it over surface of workpiece to remove scratches, laminated metal, excess weld material, and burs.
• Polishes ground areas with finer abrasive to produce smooth, unmarred surface.
• Replaces worn abrasive disks wheels

Skills

Team Player

Detail Oriented

Flexibility

Self-Starter

Education

Less than high school education or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:Wastequip is recruiting for a Paint Prep in our Erial, NJ location, who cleans, grinds, and sands surfaces of component and or finished raw product prior to painting.Hourly Pay: $20.68Shift Hours: 6:00AM-4:30PM (Monday-Friday) + Saturdays when needed.RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned)Examines and feels surface of workpiece for defectsSelects abrasive wheel, or disk according to specifications, knowledge of abrasives, and condition of metal, and attaches to grinderStarts grinder and moves it over surface of workpiece to remove scratches, laminated metal, excess weld material, and bursPolishes ground areas with finer abrasive to produce smooth, unmarred surfaceReplaces worn abrasive disks wheels QUALIFICATIONSEmployee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.Able to work overtimeLess than high school education/ or up to one-month related experience or training/ or equivalent combination of education and experience.PreferredTeam Player: Works well as a member of a groupDetail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done wellFlexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goalsSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside helpCompany Benefits:2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical PlansPrescription (Rx) InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA)2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental PlansVision InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)Health Care FSADependent Care FSACompany Paid Base Life InsuranceCompany Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment InsuranceCompany Paid Business Travel Accident InsuranceCompany Paid Disability InsuranceShort-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company MatchVoluntary Pet InsuranceVacation and Personal/Sick TimePaid Grandparent LeavePaid Bonding LeaveAdoption AssistanceEducation Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)About WastequipWastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.