Aw Chesterton Co.-posted 8 months ago
$20 - $21/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Minden, LA
Miscellaneous Manufacturing

For 140 years, A.W. Chesterton has been an innovator and a knowledge provider for our industrial partners around the globe. From our ground-breaking split seal technologies, to our cutting-edge packing and lubricant solutions, we are continually focused on new ways to bring solutions to our customers, while also celebrating our own rich history and our unique place in the sealing industry. The lifeblood of our organization are our frontline manufacturing professionals! Whether you are running a machine, assembling product, material prepping, or inspecting finished work, our manufacturing workers collaborate to create and build the world-class products that our customers have come to rely on. In addition to a work environment that promotes learning and promote-from-within opportunities, we understand what matters to our production workers: competitive, market-drive pay, outstanding benefits, and a stable and dependable job place supported by over 140 years of being in business. Whether you have just started to explore manufacturing as a career, or are looking for a place to call home in your next role, Chesterton wants you for our manufacturing team!

  • Perform regular cleaning of parts, surface preparation, and coating application duties for repair jobs.
  • Safely operate all related equipment and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Prepare surfaces for painting by sandblasting to remove rust, paint, and debris.
  • Operate sandblasting and painting equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Apply primers, paints, and protective coatings to equipment and parts.
  • Ensure even and high-quality paint finishes using spray guns or brushes.
  • Inspect surfaces before and after painting to meet quality standards in strict adherence to specifications.
  • Maintain and clean sandblasting and painting equipment regularly.
  • Follow safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and ventilation systems.
  • Handle and dispose of paint, chemicals, and blasting media according to regulations.
  • Assist with masking, taping, and protecting areas not to be painted.
  • Keep work areas clean and organized.
  • 1 year experience preferred.
  • AMPP Certifications highly preferred.
  • Familiarity with AMPP Metal Surface Preparation standards and basic coatings inspection procedures.
  • Must have a valid driver's license in order to operate company vehicle.
  • Ability to ask for direction from Supervisor when more complex decision-making is required.
  • Ability to make basic decisions corresponding with written procedures and instructions.
  • Ability to work in an uncomfortable environment, i.e., extreme varying temperatures and loud noise.
  • Ability to read and comprehend written/verbal instructions and/or procedures in the English Language or willingness to learn English.
  • Ability to wear a respirator, as required.
  • Ability to understand chemical relationships in cleaning solutions and solvents.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis.
  • Ability to drive a fork truck desirable.
  • "Work Today, get paid tomorrow" - withdraw up to 30% of your earned daily wages the next day after you work rather than waiting for pay day!
  • Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program
  • BCBS Medical Coverage
  • Delta Dental
  • 401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution
  • PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid time off to volunteer for causes
  • Vision insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
  • HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs
  • Parental leave for moms and dads to be
  • Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)
  • A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!
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