Paint Prep Technicians

STS Technical Services; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services is hiring Paint Prep Technicians in Liberty, Missouri. This full-time role involves preparing parts for painting, ensuring quality standards are met, and assisting in operational tasks.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to work overtime and must be authorized to work in the United States. Additional qualifications such as forklift certification are considered standout.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work overtime, including evenings and weekends.
• Regular and reliable attendance in person and on site.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts and components for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet quality and production standards.
• Safely operate material handling equipment such as forklifts.

Skills

Ability to work overtime

Forklift certification

Tractor certification

Job description

STS Technical Services is hiring Paint Prep Technicians in Liberty, Missouri. This is a regular full-time, non-exempt role supporting paint operations in a manufacturing and production environment.

Job Details

• Job Title: Paint Prep I
• Market Title: Paint Prep I_JLG
• Department: Paint
• Location: Liberty, Missouri
• Status: Regular Full-Time
• FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
• EEO-1 Category: Production

Position Summary

The Paint Prep Technician prepares parts and components for painting by cleaning, sanding, masking, plugging and inspecting materials before they move through the paint process. This position also removes excess water and debris from parts, hangs parts using overhead hoists and helps ensure all components meet quality and production standards.

Additional duties may include operating material handling equipment, maintaining inventory and supporting a clean, safe and organized production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Wipe, sand and inspect parts, including preparation for paint repair
• Plug and mask parts to ensure proper paint adhesion
• Blow out excess water and debris from cavities within parts
• Operate overhead hoists to hang parts for painting
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet production and quality standards
• Assist in identifying and addressing root causes of paint defects
• Safely operate material handling equipment such as forklifts or tuggers
• Maintain inventory by labeling, stocking and recording materials and supplies when needed
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures and 6S standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends and holidays, to meet business and production demands
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance in person and on site
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Standout Qualifications

• Forklift certification
• Tugger certification
• Tractor certification
• Telescopic Material Handler License

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a manufacturing or production environment
• May involve exposure to loud noise, dust, moving machinery and temperature fluctuations
• May require standing for extended periods
• May require repetitive motions, bending, kneeling, climbing and use of tools and equipment
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds
• Must be able to push and pull up to 50 pounds and up to 30 pounds sustained
• Proper personal protective equipment must be worn when required
• Visual and auditory acuity are needed for safe equipment operation and effective communication in a busy workspace
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure access to all essential job functions

Equal Opportunity Employer

STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.