Sprayer AE

WB Manufacturing; Town of Thorp (WI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

WB Manufacturing in the Town of Thorp, Wisconsin, is seeking a Sprayer to perform product spraying duties according to quality specifications. You will prepare the work center, conduct safety checks, and ensure a consistent workflow while maintaining equipment.

The ideal candidate is a high school graduate or equivalent, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Physical endurance is required, including the ability to lift and move products throughout shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Standing for long periods during shift.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and push up to 200 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work center for spraying according to schedule.
• Perform daily safety checks before beginning.
• Ensure quality and efficiency while spraying products.
• Maintain equipment and workspace cleanliness.

Skills

Proficient use of machines

Strong verbal communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Strong math skills

Education

High school graduate or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Purpose

Perform duties to spray product according to product and quality specifications and ensure a consistent workflow.

Job Description

SPRAYER, ARMOR EDGE

Perform duties to spray product according to product and quality specifications and ensure a consistent workflow.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare work center to run according to schedule and ensure production goals and standards are met.
• Perform and record daily safety check with CO2 regulator before beginning to spray.
• Conduct assessment of booth to ensure proper function before beginning the spraying process.
• Move product to be sprayed in and out of spray booth.
• Effectively spray product to meet quality and efficiency expectations.
• Properly change out and dispose of spray barrels.
• Ensure that chemicals are properly labeled and stored throughout shift.
• Make recommendations through specified means of communication that support a lean and efficient manufacturing environment.
• Follow proper processes for performing inspections, ensuring accuracy, and allowing for continuous monitoring for defects. If defects are found, the product must be sent to be reworked.
• Work with other area leads to ensure sufficient product flow.
• Communicate as necessary with maintenance and/or supervisor using provided equipment.
• Assist with material handling to provide continuous production at each work center and meet operational needs.
• Ensure all pumps are working properly and monitor operation of equipment, reporting any damage or needed repairs immediately.
• Conduct preventative maintenance checks on equipment(s). Properly document checks via tablets provided by following On-the-Job (OTJ) training documents.
• Conduct frequent checks on product quality to ensure standards are met, report quality issues to the supervisor.
• Proactively adjust equipment if deviations occur to provide ongoing continuous quality adjustments for acceptable product.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout scheduled shift as well as perform cleaning duties at designated times to contribute to a safe environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned and needed.

Other Responsibilities

• Utilize various hand tools.
• Practice and model proper safety rules and procedures. Wear proper PPE equipment as required for the area including a full protective suit and respirator. Be familiar with SDS requirements.
• Report to and be ready to work at the scheduled start time.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

None

Competencies

• Proficient use of machines and provided computer equipment and applications.
• Work in a manner that contributes to a safe working environment.
• Demonstrate strong verbal communication skills.
• Manage time efficiently in a fast-paced work environment.
• Work independently and at an appropriate pace to meet productivity goals.
• Report on time to scheduled shifts on a consistent basis.
• Support team goals through flexibility, adaptability, and agility.
• Use of problem-solving skills to assess and resolve identified issues.
• Strong math skills using calculations and measurement for accuracy.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education: None
• Experience and/or Training: None
• Licenses/Certificates: None
• Technology/Equipment: None
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate, GED or equivalent.
• Experience and/or Training: None
• Licenses/Certificates: None
• Technology/Equipment: Proficiency working in Microsoft Office Suite; Familiarity with navigation of software applications.

Physical and Mental Demands

Standing for the working hours of each shift, 10+ hours daily. Walking in the Production department to different areas of work. Speaking, hearing, seeing. Listen and observe the environment for hazard prevention. Use hands for tools. Some tasks may require the employee to bend, stoop, twist, and turn. Regularly lift 50 lbs. throughout shift. Push and pull up to 200lbs. multiple times a day. Team‑lift as specified by leadership. Bend, twist, and turn repeatedly. Use a respirator for long periods of time, 8+ hours per day. This includes wearing a protective, full body suit with head covering for 8+ hours per day.

Working Environment

Indoor working environment, hot in Summer, temperature controlled in Winter. Moving machinery, i.e. forklifts, moveable carts, etc. Uneven ground where cart tracks are identified. Air quality may be dusty will require additional PPE in certain areas. Sound level below 85 decibels except in areas specified as requiring hearing protection. Working in an enclosed area.