Associate Painter - 2nd Shift

Simpson Strong-Tie•McKinney, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Painter loads and unloads paint-line products and materials and supports powder coat operators. The role is responsible for inspecting painted products for quality, checking coating thickness, and monitoring chemical titrations. The position is full-time and non-exempt, located in McKinney, Texas, and works the second shift Monday through Thursday from 4:25 p.m. to 2:55 a.m. A $2.50 differential is paid for each hour worked on this shift. The role requires no domestic travel.

Requirements

Simpson Strong-Tie Powered Industrial Truck certification is required; certification will be provided at hire.
One year of related manufacturing experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and training within the powder-coating industry.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimal equivalents.
Ability to read and write simple instructions and correspondence.
Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret drawings.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written and oral instructions and solve problems involving concrete and unknown variables.
Ability to read a tape measure to 1/32-inch tolerance and use combination squares to measure angles to +/- 1 degree.
Ability to identify options for solving problems encountered during manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure paint-coating quality using visual and test methods, and inspect painted parts visually.
Check welded parts for porosity and missing or defective welds while painting.
Follow the production schedule sequence so products are painted in the correct order and distributed to the next process.
Follow safety guidelines and complete paperwork according to established procedures.
Monitor and maintain wash-system titration levels.
Train on other equipment and processes in the production area to meet customer demands.
Perform chemical and adhesion tests as required.