Paint Technician

UFP Industries, Inc; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc is seeking a basic level paint prep worker for the Fredericksburg location. Responsibilities include spraying primer and maintaining spray equipment, along with cleaning parts and performing surface prep work. The ideal candidate will have at least one year in commercial paint prep, including spray experience.

Applicants must have the ability to wear a respirator and understand safety practices related to paint preparation. The role requires attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• 1 year of commercial or industrial paint prep with at least 6 months of previous spray experience preferred.
• Ability to pass internal training program within proscribed time periods for each area.
• Ability to wear a respirator.

Responsibilities

• Set up prior to spray and clean up equipment used at the completion.
• Participate in ongoing development/improvement of paint department policies.
• Clean and maintain spray guns daily.
• Ensure that the work done is of good quality.

Skills

Commercial or industrial paint prep

Spray experience

Ability to pass internal training program

Reading MSDS sheets

Tools

Spray guns

Sanders

Job description

Job Summary

This is a basic level position that can spray primer, wipe stains, validate paint inventories and fill out order sheets as well as all the skills required in lower level paint positions including masking, scuffing, puttying, spackling, and cleaning of parts. Spray with air-assisted airless, HVLP, pressure pots, and cup guns.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up prior to spray and clean up equipment used at the completion
• Wear a fitted respirator while spraying must pass the respirator fit test prior
• Participate in ongoing development/improvement of paint department policies, procedures, and techniques
• Accountable for standard paint department policies and procedures
• Exhibit safety consciousness and ensure all work areas are maintained in a safe and orderly manner
• Clean and maintain spray guns daily
• Knowledge of sanding and prep work
• Disassemble items to prepare them for finishing using hand tools
• Smooth and touch-up surfaces to prepare them for finishing, using a variety of wood fillers, sanders, and sandpaper
• Sand surfaces after primer/sealer coat, using sanders and sanding pads. Mask off fixtures as needed, using masking tape and paper
• Down-stack finished parts
• Continually work toward improving quality, productivity, and safety
• Cooperate with other departments to ensure overall success
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor; may include laminating or painting
• Perform sanding and prep work as required by the work schedule
• As needed, clean and maintain equipment and tools in proper working order
• Be able to follow directions well
• Ensure that the work done is of good quality
• Organized work station
• Have good attitude
• Understand job standards and processes
• Display willingness to learn
• Continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 1 year of commercial or industrial paint prep with at least 6 months of previous spray experience preferred
• Ability to pass internal training program within proscribed time periods for each area
• Ability to wear a respirator
• Familiar and capable of reading MSDS sheets

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.