Paint Shop Operator

at  IKO Industries Ltd

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
Job Description
IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
Job Description
IKO is a global leader in manufacturing roofing products with production facilities worldwide, we are currently seeking Operators to join our team of skilled professionals based at our Ennis, Texas plant. This plant produces premium roofing shingles and in a high speed, continuous, asphalt shingle manufacturing process environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Adhere to safety policies, programs, procedures
• Complete health & safety pre-start checklists
• Operate manufacturing equipment in accordance with established operating procedures
• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking as necessary.
• Mix and prepare paint according to specified formulas and instructions.
• Set up and adjust painting equipment to ensure proper application of coatings.
• Inspect finished products for defects, ensuring a high-quality finish that meets company and customer standards.
• Perform touch-ups or rework as necessary to correct any imperfections.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company policies related to hazardous materials and waste disposal.
• Participate in safety training and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor and operate control systems and equipment such as pumps, valves, and filters to treat wastewater.
• Adjust chemical dosages and processing parameters to maintain optimal plant performance.
• Conduct routine inspections of plant equipment and processes.
• Collect and analyze samples to monitor water quality and treatment process efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of plant operations, maintenance activities, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to local, state, and federal agencies.
• Train and supervise junior operators and other staff as needed.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with industry practices and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Experience in heavy-industrial manufacturing, construction, or similar industry preferred
• Minimum 1 year of counter-balance forklift operating experience (Recommended)
• Comfortable with working in a dusty environment
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Fluent in verbal and written English

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely perform heavy lifting up to 50 pounds on a routine basis
• Comfortable with standing for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee’s sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee’s sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process

• Adhere to safety policies, programs, procedures
• Complete health & safety pre-start checklists
• Operate manufacturing equipment in accordance with established operating procedures
• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking as necessary.
• Mix and prepare paint according to specified formulas and instructions.
• Set up and adjust painting equipment to ensure proper application of coatings.
• Inspect finished products for defects, ensuring a high-quality finish that meets company and customer standards.
• Perform touch-ups or rework as necessary to correct any imperfections.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company policies related to hazardous materials and waste disposal.
• Participate in safety training and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor and operate control systems and equipment such as pumps, valves, and filters to treat wastewater.
• Adjust chemical dosages and processing parameters to maintain optimal plant performance.
• Conduct routine inspections of plant equipment and processes.
• Collect and analyze samples to monitor water quality and treatment process efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of plant operations, maintenance activities, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to local, state, and federal agencies.
• Train and supervise junior operators and other staff as needed.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with industry practices and regulations