Painter

McFarlanes'; Sauk City (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Discount at McFarlanes’ Retail Service

Safety training

Job summary

McFarlane is seeking a painter to operate an electro-static paint system, maintain work areas, and support painting or assembly tasks as needed. The role requires following safety practices, inspecting finished work, and preparing and disposing of paint waste per guidelines.

Responsibilities include applying coatings with a spray gun, checking for quality, maintaining equipment, and learning all aspects of the painting process.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior prep or painting experience in manufacturing environment, preferred.
• Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards.

Responsibilities

• Apply surface coatings to completed parts using hand held spray gun following established paint shop practices.
• Visually check parts before painting to ensure prep quality and after painting for runs or missed spots.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of waste materials as directed by safety staff.
• Clean and maintain paint gun and related parts.
• Learn all aspects of the painting process and fill in for any position as directed by supervisor.
• Operate paint equipment and machines, handle hazardous material, and manage workflow of parts.

Skills

Painting

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

EXTERNAL JOB POSTINGPAINTER

Reports to: Paint Supervisor Dept. AG Production - Paint

JOB SUMMARY: The painter uses an electro-static paint system, maintains worksite and equipment, and fills in anywhere in the painting or assembly process as needed.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Under general supervision, performs routine and preventive maintenance painting duties, and a full range of specialized painting projects including, painting large structures in severe corrosive environments; performs inspections, clean ups, storage and disposal of paint products; and operates various tools and equipment.Specifically:

• Apply surface coatings to completed parts using hand held spray gun following established paint shop practices.
• Visually check parts before painting to ensure part prep and after painting for paint runs and light or missed spots.
• Ensure the proper handling and disposal of waste materials as directed by safety specialist.
• Clean and maintain paint gun and related parts.
• Learn all aspects of the painting process and be able fill in for any position as directed by supervisor.
• Operate paint equipment and machines, handle hazardous material, and manage workflow of parts.
• Correct work as directed; repair nicks, scratches or other small imperfections in the finish.
• Clean up work areas, equipment, supplies and materials; apply standard safety practices and procedures.
• Prepare and submit requests and supportive documentation.
• Perform a variety of routine and preventive maintenance.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. HS Diploma or equivalent.
• 2. Prior prep or painting experience in manufacturing environment, preferred.
• 4. Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards.
• 5. Ability to recognize quality expected and be able to reproduce it.
• 6. Ability to understand and practice shop painting methods and departmental procedures.
• 7. Ability to understand and follow all shop safety practices.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Must wear required PPE. Ability to lift, push or pull 50 lbs., 75 lbs. on occasion. This position is very active and while performing the duties of this position, employee is regularly required to stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and crouch. Ability to use paint gun and use hands and fingers, grip; reach; balance; and talk and hear.Uses close vision for paint inspection. Demonstrates accountability for all safety procedures. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation is based upon experience. Comprehensive benefits for eligible full-time staff includes paid health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, 401k with match, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, flexible spending, generous McFarlanes’ Retail Service Center discount and more!