Shading Technician - Entry-Level with Growth

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas, Inc.; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonuses

11 paid holidays per year

Health & retirement plans

401(k) matching

Job summary

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Shading Technician to support the Shading Department in meeting customer demands. You will perform various duties under the Shading Leadman to help streamline workload and ensure inventory integrity.

You will follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures and work with SAP, Excel, and Word to manage batches, track materials, and report results. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and flexibility for shifts and overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Two years of relevant experience is preferred.
• Ability to wear a respirator.
• Working knowledge of SAP or other manufacturing systems; MS Excel and Word proficiency.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Safety, Quality, and environmental procedures.
• Manage Shading inventory, staging areas, and in-process materials.
• Spray and stock primed panels for Shading use.
• Perform and track limited production batch testing; report off-quality findings to the Shading Leadman.
• Collaborate with other departments on batch-related issues.
• Use SAP, Excel, and Word to manage inventory, track batches, and report results.
• Safely operate forklifts and limited production equipment to make accurate batch adjustments.
• Maintain housekeeping, testing equipment, and lab/production areas.
• Support waste handling, inspections, and spill prevention per NPAA procedures.
• Work assigned shifts, overtime, and flexible hours as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and customer needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Respirator required

SAP knowledge

MS Excel

MS Word

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Shading Technician to support the Shading Department in meeting customer demands. You will perform various duties under the Shading Leadman to help streamline workload and ensure inventory integrity.

You will follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures and work with SAP, Excel, and Word to manage batches, track materials, and report results. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and flexibility for shifts and overtime.