Painter - 2nd Shift

Avery Weigh-Tronix; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 31,216 - 34,192; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Income Protection Benefits

Industry Leading 401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Avery Weigh-Tronix in Fairmont, Minnesota is seeking a dedicated maintenance associate to handle all functions related to painting and cleaning within the department. This includes liquid and powder painting, operations of painting equipment, and hazardous material handling.

Ideal candidates will have prior paint experience, a high school diploma, and be available to work from Monday to Thursday, 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM. The role offers competitive pay and excellent company benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Previous paint experience preferred.
• Able to work Monday - Thursday 3:30pm - 2:00am and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and clean parts for painting.
• Perform liquid spray and powder painting.
• Maintain and repair paint equipment.
• Handle hazardous materials daily.
• Complete paperwork and maintain inventory levels.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hazardous material handling

Painting techniques

Maintenance of painting equipment

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Tools

Air or electric grinders

Computer

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 - 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 Monday - Thursday 3:30pm - 2:00am 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

Pay Range: $22.66 - 24.82 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 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. 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.