Painter - Powder-Coat Assembly Line

Zehnder Rittling•Buffalo, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Zehnder Rittling is seeking an Industrial Painter to apply powder paint to metal components, ensuring color and mil-thickness meet specifications. The role uses manual and automatic equipment and works closely with the manufacturing team to meet production goals while following safety standards. The position is based in person at 100 Rittling Blvd, Buffalo, NY 14206. It is listed as full-time, temp-to-hire, with a contracted staff member expected to transfer into an Industrial Powder-Coat Painter employee role. The regular schedule is 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Overtime may be needed on Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and sometimes Saturday from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Expected hours are at least 40 per week. Pay is $18.00–$22.00 per hour. Reliable transportation and the ability to commute to Buffalo, NY 14220 are required.

Requirements

At least 1 year of powder-coat painting experience.
Basic mechanical skills and ability to use small hand tools.
Reliable transportation and ability to commute to Buffalo, NY 14220.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
Close vision; regularly handle items with the hands, stand throughout the workday, and reach above shoulder height.
Strong arm strength to continuously hold and manipulate a spray gun.
Comfort using ladders and step ladders.

Nice To Haves

Prior vocational or trade school background.

Responsibilities

Load paint into hoppers and select programs for manual guns and the automatic system.
Prepare the paint line and load the appropriate powder-coating color into equipment.
Maintain process control so product finishes meet specifications.
Ensure powder application provides the required mil coverage.
Monitor paint inventory and notify the Leadperson or appropriate personnel when supplies need restocking.
Clean equipment, the booth, and surrounding areas between applications or before shutdown.
Work safely and use all required personal protective equipment.
Complete preventive maintenance activities in other department areas when needed.
Work as part of the team to identify and eliminate non-value-added processes and waste.