Paint Shop Helper

Paylocity; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity in Houston, TX is seeking a Manufacturing Helper to support coating operations. You will assist in preparing items, loading parts for painting, and maintaining coating equipment in a team environment.

Candidates should have a High School diploma, safety awareness, and the ability to follow directions. Prior coating or industrial experience is preferred but not required, and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Follow written or verbal directions.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties which may change often.
• Willingness to learn all aspects of assigned tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Possess good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow written or verbal directions to perform tasks.
• Assist with preparing, maintaining, repairing, and cleaning coating equipment.
• Ensure paint and coating supplies are on hand and staged.
• Load parts onto hanging racks or tables for painting.
• Mix and thin coatings as needed per manufacturer recommendations.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment; housekeeping duties.

Skills

Follow directions

Teamwork

Communication

Willingness to learn

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• As directed, assist in preparing and cleaning items and surfaces to be coated – mask, plug, or block finished, machined or other surfaces as directed;
• Assist in assembling, maintenance, repair and cleaning of abrasive blasting and painting equipment;
• Ensure needed paint and coating supplies are on hand and staged for production;
• Load parts or equipment for paint onto hanging racks, tables, or horses;
• May assist in mixing and thinning the coatings according to manufacturer’s recommendations;
• Perform housekeeping activities, this includes, but is not limited to, picking up of all debris that results from production activities; properly storing all materials and equipment when they are not in use; properly storing and disposing of waste;
• Upkeep of coating booths and storage areas;
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment complying with company and governmental rules and regulations;
• Other duties as directed by Production Manager or Operations Manager.

Requirements

Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to follow specific directions – written or verbal.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties which may change often.
• Willingness to learn all aspects of assigned tasks.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Possess good communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in assisting role in industrial coating facility desirable, but not required.

Physical Demands:

• Must be capable of lifting and moving material weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be able to stand and work on your feet for an entire shift.
• Physical requirements are those typically found in a manufacturing environment.