Paint Application Operator 1st Shift

at  thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America Inc

Company
thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC.
For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence.

SUMMARY:

Working as a member of a team, painting component parts to company specifications and customer expectations consistent with the Bilstein’s quality and productivity standards.

EDUCATIONAL:

High School Diploma or G.E.D. and be able to read, write, and speak in English.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manually hand paints product utilizing high-volume low-pressure (HVLP) sprayer supplied by automatic mixing system. Requires a sufficient understanding of the functional operation of the paint line as well as the finished product. Engineered exhaust system in area prevents requirement for respirator.
Manages all aspects of the main electrostatic application booth such as adjusting set ups for part changes, performing equipment preventative maintenance, testing coating properties, and testing physical properties of coated samples.
Maintains frequent visual inspections on all product for proper appearance and cosmetic defects. Tags any non-conforming parts with re-work labels, places in re-work bin, and notifies Team Leader.
Maintains a clean workstation and cleans-up production areas as required.
Demonstrate a willingness to learn other functions within the paint line.
Follows all safety guidelines and wears all Personal Protective Equipment.
Proactively addresses situations and takes into consideration the feelings, opinions and thoughts of others.
Communicates ideas and problems to engineers.
Completes tasks as directed by manufacturing schedules and within standard times.
Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned by Line/Team Leads or any other member of the management team.