Painter - 1st Shift

ITW; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/FSA with company match

Income Protection Benefits

Industry Leading 401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Matching Gift and Volunteer Program

Job summary

ITW in Minnesota is seeking an experienced technician to manage cleaning and painting within the department and to perform maintenance on all paint equipment, including pumps and guns. The role includes handling hazardous materials, ordering parts, and coordinating with engineers on projects to estimate paint needs and times.

You will also operate forklifts, maintain inventory, and support ISO documentation while training staff to ensure quality workmanship and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Previous paint experience preferred.
• Able to work Tuesday - Friday 5:00am - 3:30pm and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and clean parts for painting.
• Liquid spray painting of parts.
• Powder painting of parts.
• Capable of power washing all parts.
• Hazardous material handling on a daily basis.
• Maintain painting equipment and tools.
• Repair paint equipment.
• Operate computer as required.
• Maintain all inventory levels for paint and supplies.
• Complete paperwork assignments, work orders, time accounting, etc.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hazardous material handling

Powder painting

Liquid spray painting

Attention to detail

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Tools

Paint equipment maintenance

Paint booth with automated lifters

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary

Capable of handling all cleaning and painting functions within the department. Capable of performing all maintenance on all equipment within the paint department. Ability to tear down and rebuild all models of paint pumps, including paint guns. Perform all maintenance on powder paint equipment. Capable of performing the repairs on paint agitators which include air motors. Knowledge to order parts, supplies keep correct amount of inventory on hand. Capable of working with engineers on special projects to give estimate on paint requirements which involve quantity of paint needed to do the job, time estimate to do the job. Handle disposal of hazardous materials.

Essential Functions and Key Duties

• Prepare and clean parts for painting.
• Liquid spray painting of parts.
• Powder painting of parts.
• Capable of power washing all parts.
• Forklift operation.
• Hazardous material handling on a daily basis.
• Complete paperwork assignments, work orders, time accounting, etc.
• Maintain painting equipment and tools.
• Operate air or electric grinders.
• Focus and set examples of doing good quality work.
• Maintain all inventory levels for paint and supplies.
• Operate computer as required.
• Maintain paint equipment, including new paint booth with automated lifters and solid paint equipment.
• Estimate quantities of paint to be used on special customer jobs and understand proper application of special paint systems to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Introduce new procedures, changes and instructions to employees.
• Continuous troubleshooting problems with equipment and employees to try and find better and more efficient ways to satisfy customers.
• Work with and train each employee to achieve quality work to the best of their ability.
• Inform other painters of problems and how to solve problems.
• Work with ISO auditors, fill out change forms to correct the problem in ISO documentation.
• Hazardous material handling-0selaing of drums, labeling and storage on a daily basis for transport.
• Ensure appropriate storage of gun cleaner, powder paint, dry paint waste, etc.
• Repair paint equipment.
• Meet the objectives outlined in the Safety Policy.
• All other duties as required and as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Education Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Previous paint experience preferred.
• Able to work Tuesday - Friday 5:00am - 3:30pm and overtime as required

Company Benefits

Best in Class Benefits:

Our total rewards package is broad and offers comprehensive support from health and wellness, to retirement and financial stability.

• Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA with a company match
• Income Protection Benefits
• Industry Leading 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Matching Gift and Volunteer Program

Opportunities to Get Involved and Give Back

• Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are employee-led organizations that bring together diverse groups of people to share experiences and innovative ideas to help accelerate our path to full potential
• It is also our commitment to a diverse and inclusive work environment, strive to create a place where everyone is welcome to contribute their talents and ideas.
• ITW Hearts Giving Hope Program provide employees an opportunity to give back and help families in our neighborhoods who are in need

Pay Range:

$23.34 - $25.56 per hour

Additional Information

It is the policy of Avery Weigh-Tronix to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Avery Weigh-Tronix will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

ITW is an equalopportunityemployer.We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

Asan equal employment opportunity employer,ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Compensation Information:

Pay Range: $23.34 - $25.56 per hour

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.