Painter I

Samuel, Son & Co.; Marinette (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a full-time Finisher III in Marinette, Wisconsin. The role includes performing safety checks, applying protective coatings, and operating cranes and forklifts. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of painting, and basic computer skills. The position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and understand safety regulations. Standard hours are 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with possible overtime.

Qualifications

• Must have some knowledge with painting and shipping.
• Must be able to understand safety rules and regulations.
• Medically cleared for respirator per company policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks at the start of shifts.
• Apply protective coatings using various spray systems.
• Operate cranes, hoists, and forklifts as needed.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Knowledge of painting and shipping products

Computer literacy

Reading, writing and simple math skills

Ability to read blueprints

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Paint spray guns

Pressure pots

Mill thickness gauge

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Associates to perform all safety checks at the start of their shift including but not limited to all cranes and tools and complete the necessary documentation.
• Continue to perform safety checks throughout the shift.
• Apply primers, epoxies, urethanes, and other protective coatings using airless, conventional, and HVLP spray systems.
• Mixing and thinning of coatings per the product data sheet.
• Safe and proper sealing of storage of unused coatings.
• Cleaning of painting equipment with proper disposal of material(s) used in the cleaning process.
• Replenishing of paint in pressure pots.
• Verification of adequate coverage of coating on finished products.
• Proper completion of applicable paperwork for painting.
• Operation of cranes, hoists, and forklifts as needed. Also successfully complete any training, safety program relating to the operation of the equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and finishing specifications as they relate to finishing products.
• Work with the supervisor/foreman and EHS manager to ensure all safety and environmental regulations are followed.
• Inventory, environmental control, and documentation duties as assigned.
• Job may require handling or moving of hazardous waste.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE

• Medically cleared and documented for respirator by nurse and EHS per company policy.
• Paint spray guns and related hardware.
• Pressure pots/Agitator mechanisms.
• Mill thickness gauge.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work will in a fast-paced environment to meet team expectations.
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand and abide by all safety rules and regulations to perform the job.
• Must have some knowledge with painting and shipping of products.
• Must have a basic understanding of computers.
• Must have reading, writing and simple math skills.
• Must be able to read blueprints.
• Must have either a High School diploma, GED, or at least 1 year working experience in an industrial based environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS of WORK

• This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are 40 hours, Monday through Friday; to be determined by each division. Standard hour requirement is four (4) – ten (10) hour shifts. Overtime hours may be required beyond standard schedule.
• Travel is not required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing of positions to be determined by the company.

As an employee, you are required to understand the ISO system and the elements that affect your job.

The Finisher III shall have the responsibility of following all specific quality instructions and reporting all non-conforming material or conflicting instructions to the quality assurance department.

Must prove that employee can meet the essential duties of the job within 90 days by completing employee training checklist F-HR-720-02-03-15.