Spray Coating Technician - Manufacturing

Rheem Manufacturing Company; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Rheem Manufacturing Company is seeking a Spray Machine Operator for the Water Heater Division in Montgomery, AL. You will operate spray equipment, perform setup, and monitor quality to ensure specifications are met.

The role requires lifting and standing, with overtime as needed. Internal candidates should have strong communication skills and at least 6 months in the current role, while external candidates need 1 year of manufacturing/warehousing experience.

Qualifications

• 1 year manufacturing/warehousing experience for external candidates.
• Internal candidates must have good communications skills.
• Candidate must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the role (lifting, standing, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Operate spray equipment with a computer touch screen according to procedures.
• Perform set-up operations on spray equipment as necessary.
• Enter quality data into a computer database.
• Monitor wet mill thickness to meet specifications.
• Maintain production by adjusting equipment as needed.
• Perform minor preventative maintenance on spray machine.
• Notify supervisor of malfunctions promptly to avoid downtime.
• Ensure good housekeeping and observe safety requirements.
• Inspect units for defects and workmanship.
• Work from written or verbal orders and support Rheem values.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Overtime availability

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description

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Job Description

The Spray Machine Operator will serve our Water Heater Division, located in Montgomery, AL.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to operate spray equipment with established procedures using a computer touch screen.
• Must be able to perform set-up operations on equipment as necessary.
• Must be able to enter quality data in a computer database periodically.
• Responsible for monitoring wet mill thickness for adherence to specifications.
• Must be able to properly use an instrument mill thickness gauge.
• Responsible for making equipment adjustments as necessary to maintain daily production.
• Must perform minor preventative maintenance on spray machine.
• Responsible for notifying supervisor of any malfunctions of spray machine in a timely manner to avoid down time.
• Maintain good housekeeping in work area.
• Observe all departmental safety requirements.
• Maintain quality standards according to specifications.
• Inspect units or parts for defects and workmanship.
• Work from written or verbal orders.
• Practice and support Rheem values with internal as well as external customers.
• May be exposed to high noise levels, heat, dust and airborne particles.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• External candidates must possess a minimum of 1 year of manufacturing/warehousing experience.
• Internal candidates must possess good communications skills.
• Candidate must have held their current job for a minimum of 6 months prior to bidding on this role.
• Candidate must not currently be on any probationary period/performance improvement plan or have had a Written Warning or higher for 1 year.
• Candidate must promote the Rheem Values of Integrity, Teamwork and Business Ethics.
• Candidate must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Candidate must be able to perform consistently within the physical requirements of the role.
• Continuous lifting of 5-25 lbs; Frequent lifting of 25-60 lbs; Occasional lifting of 60+ lbs. Must be able to stand, walk and/or lift repetitively during shift.
• Must be able to place a weighted object at minimum height of 5 foot.
• Must be able to frequently lift in unsupported positions as well as bend, twist/turn, reach, push/pull.
• Candidate must successfully be fitted for a respirator.
• PPE required: Gloves, Safety Glasses, Approved Footwear, Earplugs, Respirator, Clothing Protection.