Painter - First Shift at Hartzell Air Movement & Hardwoods

Piqua, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Spray painting, Powder coating, Blueprint reading, Math skills, Equipment maintenance, Lean manufacturing, Problem solving, Fork truck operation, Hoist operation, Safety compliance, Communication, Paint mixing

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description Basic Function: Performs spray painting functions to a variety of sheet metal parts, castings, machine parts, and sub-assemblies. Responsibilities also include paint prep such as washing or other general preparation of parts and materials. Responsibilities and Duties: Receives verbal instructions or printed work orders from Production Supervisor. Painter must know how to operate the wash tanks, hand wand power wash system, automated and / or manual trolley system as well as lift tables, overhead hoist, and fork trucks. Painter is responsible for the proper hanging of all parts utilizing proper gauge hooks and reasonable methods on the automated and manual trolleys. The painter will also be involved in our powder coat operations. Mixes paint according to instructions on product technical sheets. Pours paint and/or powder paint into large container. Uses hand held mixer to mix most paints. If using standard "Hartzell blue" paint or primer, these are mixed with a 55 gallon drum mixer. Moves parts from wash tanks or hand wand wash and preps for painting. Determines whether to use a solvent or water based pump to run paint through. Moves parts into drying room. Utilizes lift table, overhead hoist or tow motor to safely remove parts from conveyor lines when fully dry. Removes parts from paint area when required and move to assembly area. Fills in for paint-prep person or in the sand blast area as needed. Cleans up painting equipment daily. Flushes paint line with water or solvent as required by manufacturer. Disposes of in proper containers as required by the Safety Manager. Follows regular cleaning schedule. Provides regularly scheduled maintenance to paint and blast equipment as required to ensure maximum operation efficiency. Supports the Hartzell Culture initiatives and displays and portrays the Hartzell Values. Supports the company’s lean initiatives and assists in Lean projects as required. Follows all safety practices and rules. Maintains clean and safe working environment in line with company policies. Supports other departments or completes other duties as necessary. Requirements Qualifications and Required Skills: Previous experience with paint and/or powder coating is strongly desired. Previous application of lean manufacturing and structured problem solving tools is a plus. Good understanding of blue print reading and excellent math skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Usually Stands 7-8 hours per day Required to wear air respirator while painting. Frequently lifts between 25 – 60 lbs (40-70% of normal workday) from floor level to shoulder level Must be capable of close, distant, and color vision and have good depth perception. Must reach, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Be able to read part numbers and directions provided on a worksheet. Must be reliable and willing to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

The painter performs spray painting and powder coating on various metal parts while managing paint preparation and equipment maintenance. They are responsible for following work orders, maintaining a clean workspace, and adhering to all safety and lean manufacturing protocols.