Painter

Val-Matic Valve & Mfg. Co.; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Val-Matic Valve & Mfg. Co. in Addison, IL, seeks a paint line operator to apply industrial paint finishes to metal products and ensure conformance to specifications. You will start the paint booth, adjust parameters, and inspect parts during production.

The role requires ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, follow safety rules, and complete related paperwork. This is a full-time position focused on quality and efficient throughput on the line.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with paint blasting and mixing of painting materials.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Understand plant safety guidelines and pass safety training.

Responsibilities

• Starts paint booth and spray equipment to produce first piece part and inspects for conformance.
• Makes adjustments to meet paint specifications and prints.
• Loads/unloads parts and performs periodic wet and dry film thickness checks.
• Completes required paperwork (labor tickets, inspection sheets, etc).
• Ensures safety and quality throughout production and notifies supervisors when off-line.
• Reports waste/issues to Production Lead or Supervisor.
• Maintains clean and safe work areas and follows company policies.

Skills

Paint blasting

Manufacturing experience

Fast-paced environment

Safety training

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Summary

Operates a spray painter to apply industrial paint finishes to metal products.

Responsibilities

• Starts paint booth and spray equipment to produce first piece part. Performs inspection of piece part to assure part is made to specification.
• Makes adjustments as needed to make piece parts conform to paint specifications.
• Changes process parameters as needed and makes adjustments to painting equipment to assure parts conform to print specifications.
• Loads and unloads piece parts from fixtures during production run and performs periodic inspections including wet and dry film thickness measurements.
• Perform necessary paperwork (labor tickets, inspection sheets, etc)
• Demonstrates ability to meet production standards on specific assignments within required time.
• Maintains good housekeeping and clean work areas in assigned space.
• Performs all assignments in accordance with safety specifications, instructions, and requirements.
• Responsible for safety and quality throughout production
• Responsible for notifying a Production Lead or Supervisor when they step off the line to ensure safety and quality standards are maintained.
• Reports all production waste/issues to Production Lead or Supervisor
• Performs other duties as required by Supervisor or Manager
• Follows all company policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience with paint blasting and mixing of various painting materials
• Experience working in a Manufacturing Environment
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Understand plant safety guidelines and pass all required safety trainingMust be able to understand verbal and written instructions
• Troubleshoot problems and report issues
• Must work well in team environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to be on feet up to 8-12 hours per shift
• Use of hands and fingers to perform job function
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend and climb
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

A pre-employment Background Check and 9 panel (no THC) Drug screen required.

Val-Matic is an equal opportunity employer.

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