Painter I

Wabtec Corporation; Buffalo Grove, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation in Buffalo Grove, IL, is seeking an experienced painter to manage powder coat painting processes, perform process checks, and support on Steel or Aluminum lines. The role requires 2–5 years of powder coat painting experience and the ability to read technical documents and BOMs.

The position emphasizes safety, proper PPE, and teamwork, with responsibilities including training teammates and ensuring conformance to production schedules.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent and 2–5 years of powder coat painting experience.
• Ability to read technical documentation including BOMs and blueprints.
• Strong problem-solving and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform checks on oven temperatures, cleaning stations, color matches, mil thickness, and scratch tests.
• Verify first piece run conformance has been completed properly.
• Follow PSS instructions; handle chemical hazards and wear appropriate PPE.
• Train others on hanging parts, masking, spray gun setup, and painting on Steel or Aluminum lines.
• Set ovens, mix cleaning solutions, and conduct various quality checks.
• Maintain inventory, order paint and supplies, and update Kanban boards with deadlines.

Skills

Powder coat painting

Education

Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 30K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more!

Who will you be working with?

This position will ensure all spray paintings are on task in performing and recording process checks. Fill in on either the steel line or the aluminum line in cases of emergencies or absence.

What do we want to know about you?

• Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; two to 5 years of experience with powder coat painting process. Ability to interrupt blueprints of a technical nature, BOM’s, leadership capabilities, and be a problem solver.

What will your typical day look like?

• Painters make their required checks including oven temperatures, chemical composition of cleaning stations, color matches, mil thickness tests and scratch tests.
• Verifies first piece run conformance has been performed properly.
• Painters should know and follow PSS instructions and should be familiar with hazards of chemicals being used in cleaning solutions, and of proper PPE.
• Responsible to train others on how to hang parts correctly, mask parts correctly, set and adjust spray guns and paint correctly and fills in as a painter on either line (Steel, Aluminum) in cases of illness or emergency.
• Painters should know how to set ovens, proper cleaning solution composition and how to conduct various quality checks.
• Know how to fill out move tickets correctly; perform audits to guarantee consistency and should be able to order paint and paint supplies. Periodically checks inventory to ensure proper quantities are on hand.
• Responsible to report quality issues, personnel difficulties, or any abnormalities to Lead Painter or management and set-up and maintains Kanban boards to meet the start, due and delivery dates. Studies production schedules and estimates the hours required to complete job assignments. Reviews Kanban cards or other schedules to establish priorities based upon start, due or ship dates.
• Use equipment and resources to increase efficiency and productivity of shop, department, or work crew and able to read and interpret blueprints, BOM’s, Routers and other technical documents

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need for accommodation, please let us know.

Salary Range: $23.00-$25.00/Hour, lower rate for entry level

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $23-$25 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.