Paint Technician

Cedar Electronics; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Holland LP in University Park, IL is seeking a hands-on Paint Technician to support on-time, quality coating operations. You will mix paints, prepare surfaces, and apply coatings while adhering to safety and lean processes.

Candidates should have 1-2 years in manufacturing paint, read blueprints and measurement tools, operate forklifts and lifts, and work well in a team to meet deadlines. This hourly role offers training, varied shifts, and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years manufacturing paint experience.
• Develop clear understanding of Holland quality expectations or requirements.
• Read tape measure, mic’s and calipers.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical prints and schematics.
• Working knowledge of the proper use of electrical diagnostic instruments and measurements tools.
• Use of forklifts, manlifts, scissor lifts.
• Ability to understand bills of material and non-conformance procedures.
• Capability in the usage of basic hand tools, fasteners and power tools (drills, grinders, etc.).
• Able to work effectively as a team member.
• Good safety awareness and behavior.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Takes ownership in solving problems.
• Able to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated; motivated by improvement and performance.
• Ability to complete all pre-employment testing required by Holland LP.

Responsibilities

• Supply on time and quality products to all Holland customers.
• Mix paints to match color specifications, stir, and thin the paints.
• Sand, mask, clean, and prime parts prior to painting.
• Mask off areas that should not be painted by using tape, covers, or plugs, and keep surfaces free from dirt, oil, and dust.
• Hang, rack, or place parts on fixtures to be coated evenly and safely.
• Maintain all tools and equipment, keep workspace clean and organized and perform routine maintenance for paint booth and booth filters.
• Utilize all required safety equipment and follow proper procedures in compliance with OSHA safety guidelines. Wear and use required safety equipment.
• Store, handle, and dispose of hazardous waste properly.
• Manage, order, and inventory paint supplies
• Safely load and unload parts using forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks.
• Safety (5-S) / discipline practices and enforcement of Main shop safety.
• Training personnel / cross training / documentation and records as required.
• Maintain clean and organized shop at all times.
• Maintain Shop Paper Work, excel spreadsheets, E.C.R.’S, N.C.R.’S, O.F.I’S, I.F.S. Procedures and work instructions etc. as required.
• Assist in testing, FAT’s and certifications.
• Participate in LEAN training and develop and support process improvement practices.
• Participate and support technical training programs as requested by the Group Supervisor or Production Manager.
• Travel as required
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading blueprints/schematics

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Measuring tools literacy

Attention to deadlines

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Manlifts

Scissor lifts

Tape measure

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
May include but not limited to:

• Supply on time and quality products to all Holland customers.
• Mix paints to match color specifications, stir, and thin the paints.
• Sand, mask, clean, and prime parts prior to painting.
• Mask off areas that should not be painted by using tape, covers, or plugs, and keep surfaces free from dirt, oil, and dust.
• Hang, rack, or place parts on fixtures to be coated evenly and safely.
• Maintain all tools and equipment, keep workspace clean and organized and perform routine maintenance for paint booth and booth filters.
• Utilize all required safety equipment and follow proper procedures in compliance with OSHA safety guidelines. Wear and use required safety equipment.
• Store, handle, and dispose of hazardous waste properly.
• Manage, order, and inventory paint supplies
• Safely load and unload parts using forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks.
• Safety (5-S) / discipline practices and enforcement of Main shop safety.
• Training personnel / cross training / documentation and records as required.
• Maintain clean and organized shop at all times.
• Maintain Shop Paper Work, excel spreadsheets, E.C.R.’S, N.C.R.’S, O.F.I’S, I.F.S. Procedures and work instructions etc. as required.
• Assist in testing, FAT’s and certifications.
• Participate in LEAN training and develop and support process improvement practices.
• Participate and support technical training programs as requested by the Group Supervisor or Production Manager.
• Travel as required
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing, walking, stooping, reaching, kneeling and bending, for extended periods required to perform basic functions along with some sitting.
• Hands on working position.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds is regularly required.
• Vision must be sufficient for reading electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical prints and schematics.
• Ability to climb a steep ladder frequently.
• Ability to move up and down from trucks.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Exposure on a regular basis to mostly indoor and sometimes outdoor weather conditions.
• Could be working at off sight locations either inside or outside.
• Shop environment, dry conditions, heated shop, non-air conditioned.
• All safety related gear and PPE provided.
• Fully lighted and secure facility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years manufacturing paint experience
• Develop clear understanding of Holland quality expectations or requirements.
• Read tape measure, mic’s and calipers.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical prints and schematics.
• Working knowledge of the proper use of electrical diagnostic instruments and measurements tools.
• Use of forklifts, manlifts, scissor lifts.
• Ability to understand bills of material and non-conformance procedures.
• Capability in the usage of basic hand tools, fasteners and power tools (drills, grinders, etc.).
• Able to work effectively as a team member.
• Good safety awareness and behavior.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Takes ownership in solving problems.
• Able to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated; motivated by improvement and performance.
• Ability to complete all pre-employment testing required by Holland LP.

Holland LP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, citizen status, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local employment laws or regulations in every location in which the company has facilities.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise this job description at any time to add or remove tasks as circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

Wage Type: Hourly