Paint Prep Tech

Wastequip; New Jersey; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance - multiple options

Dental insurance - multiple options

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Wastequip is hiring a Paint Prep associate at our Erial, NJ location. The role involves cleaning, grinding, and sanding surfaces prior to painting, with an hourly pay of $20.68 and a shift from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, plus Saturdays when needed.

The job requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work overtime. Prior related experience is not strictly required, but attention to detail and a team-oriented attitude are important.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Overtime may be required beyond regular shift hours.
• Less than high school education or equivalent experience acceptable.
• Team player mindset and reliability are preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions are essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Flexibility

Self-starter

Overtime ability

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: $20.68 Shift Hours: 6:00AM-4:30PM (Monday-Friday) + Saturdays when needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned)

• 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

QUALIFICATIONS

• Employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work overtime
• Less than high school education/ or up to one-month related experience or training/ or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Company Benefits

• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans Prescription (Rx) Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s) Health Care FSA Dependent Care FSA
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time Paid
• Grandparent Leave Paid
• Bonding Leave Paid
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

About Wastequip

Wastequip 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. Join North America's Largest Manufacturer of Waste Handling Systems! At Wastequip, we're more than just a manufacturer—we're the only all-in-one solutions provider in the waste industry. From carts and containers to hoists, trucks, parts, service, and cutting-edge technology, we power the entire waste management process. As North America's leading waste-handling equipment manufacturer, we're not just shaping the industry—we're driving innovation and sustainability. With continuous growth and new opportunities, Wastequip is the perfect place to build a rewarding career and make a real impact. Come be part of a team that's shaping the future of waste management!

So Many Reasons to Join the Wastequip Team

Wastequip strives to attract top talent through a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision plans. Here's a brief overview of our benefits: Health Care. Our health care benefits include medical, dental and vision plans for all regular, full-time employees. Short- and Long-Term Disability. Wastequip pays for non-occupational illnesses and injuries at no cost to employees. This benefit is available to all regular, full-time employees. 401k Retirement Plan. Employees can contribute a percentage of their weekly gross wages, up to the annual IRS maximum, and Wastequip will provide a company match. Paid Time Off (PTO). Wastequip offers a flexible approach to time off. Our policy allows employees to set their own priorities and receive regular pay for vacation, illness, family emergencies, personal time, inclement weather, personally observed holidays and more. Holidays. Wastequip observes 10 paid company holidays during each calendar year. Tuition Reimbursement. Wastequip understands the importance of personal and professional development and encourages employees to continue their professional education. To support employee career development, we have established a reimbursement program that covers expenses for approved coursework. Wastequip's internship program provides students and recent graduates with incredible career-related experiences. We strive to give our interns transferrable skills, networking opportunities and strong professional portfolios. We offer paid summer internships in the following departments: Research Marketing IT Operations Human Resources ... and more Wastequip is committed to developing our employees. We provide each individual with the resources and support necessary to grow personally and professionally. Our career growth tools include company training, off-site classes, cross-divisional experiences, collaborative projects and more. We offer our employees the opportunity to share their creativity in an open environment and encourage them to offer new ideas to improve efficiency, effectiveness and profitability in every area of the company. Because we invest in our employees, Wastequip is committed to promoting from within and identifying future leaders from our own workforce. Wastequip actively supports charitable activities across all divisions through employee time, monetary and product donations. Each division has the flexibility to identify and support the charitable causes that are most important to the employees and the communities in which they work. Employee-designed volunteer and charitable programs have a huge impact on smaller communities and organizations that might otherwise be overlooked.

Charitable Activities

• Community cleanups
• Charity runs/walks
• Local food bank donations
• School supplies donations

Wastequip is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. All qualified applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for employment without regarding to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other class protected by applicable law. Wastequip will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if requested.