Paint- Youth Apprentice

EK; Fall River (WI); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Fall River, Wisconsin is offering a Youth Apprenticeship opportunity for high school juniors and seniors. The role involves helping the paint department by loading parts, performing quality checks, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should enroll in a related Tech Ed class and be ready to learn a new trade. This is a great chance to gain skills while earning money and working with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• High School Junior or Senior in a relevant educational program.
• Ability to read and understand inspection equipment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in loading and unloading parts for painting.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
• Perform painting and powder application tasks according to specifications.

Skills

Ability to follow instructions

Visual inspection skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Junior or Senior enrolled in a related Tech Ed class

Job description

Are you a High School Junior or Senior and are interested in learning new skills to jump start your career after graduation? A Youth Apprenticeship is a great opportunity to gain new skills and get paid while still in school!

EK’s Complete Manufacturing division crafts complex parts and assemblies through expert fabrication, welding, powder coating, machining, assembly and testing processes in state‑of‑the‑art facilities using cutting‑edge equipment. We believe our success starts with our team and is amplified by our ambition, ingenuity, and continuous investment in our most valuable asset, our people.

Under the direct supervision of a mentor, you will assist the paint department by performing the following duties:

• Loads and unloads parts onto the paint line per instructions on paint line monitor.
• Masks parts per instructions on the monitor.
• Packages parts properly for safe shipment to the customer and counts parts accurately while packaging.
• Paints parts consistent to customer and internal quality needs.
• Applies powder per recommended standard mill thickness, per instructions on the paint line monitor or quality sign off sheet.
• Reads and understands paint inspection equipment including film gauges, delta e‑meter, gloss meter, and is able to visually inspect parts.
• Maintains equipment in top working condition and clean at all times.
• Operates and understands pressure washing systems to effectively wash iron phosphate parts for proper adhesion.
• Completes paperwork as required, quality sign off sheets as well as signing of the job travelers.
• Cleans and organizes work area.
• Assists the Paint Line Supervisor or Leadsperson with any other duties as required.

Education

High School Junior or Senior enrolled in a related Tech Ed class.

Are you ready to learn a new trade and work with some pretty awesome people? If so, Apply Today!