Industrial Painter

Elliott Equipment Company•Omaha, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Elliott Equipment designs and manufactures truck-mounted aerial work platforms, boom truck cranes, and digger derricks that help crews work safer and more efficiently across utility, sign & lighting, construction, and governmental markets. With over 75 years of innovation, we are known for purpose-built equipment and long-term reliability. As part of Stellar Industries, Elliott is proud to be a 100% employee-owned company. That ownership mindset drives our culture, our quality, and our commitment to continuous improvement. What you can expect at Elliott: A safety-first, team-focused culture Meaningful work supporting critical infrastructure Opportunities for growth and advancement A lean, continuous-improvement environment Competitive pay and strong benefits Build your career where ownership, pride, and performance come standard! INDUSTRIAL PAINTER - $2,000 HIRING BONUS Pay Range: $22-28/hour depending on experience OVERALL SUMMARY Under direct supervision – Responsible for material handling of painted components, proper surface preparation of components to be painted, proper primer and topcoat mixing, and application technique of primer and topcoat to provide a durable and aesthetically acceptable finished product.

Requirements

Successful demonstration of spray application of various primer and topcoat to provide an acceptable surface finish per Elliott paint specification.
Excellent verbal and in written communication skills.
Flexibility with an ability to make proactive decisions that maintain safety, quality, and workflow.
Thorough knowledge of Elliott Equipment Company paint policy and procedure, including reading shop orders, including reading and interpreting engineering drawings via access in Max.
ECR & NCR (Engineering Change Request and Nonconformity Report)
Understanding of MAX System
Instruct and train proper prep and loading methods to obtain maximum safety and quality output.
Maintain minimum inventory and supply levels.
Conduct accurate inventory Paint Supplies.
Ability to sustain and improve processes associated with tooling and fixtures for continuous improvement, while improving safety, quality and workflow in a LEAN manufacturing environment.
Good math and measurement skills
Ability to bend, reach, push, pull and put parts into positions for painting
Able to lift 50 lbs frequently from a floor or bench level to a painting fixture.

Nice To Haves

Industrial or automotive paint experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan production, maximize quality and run a safe, clean department
Proper PPE use and care per OSHA Guidelines
MSDS Labeling System
Safety and housekeeping
Booth maintenance
Must be proficient in spray finishing techniques and application
Interpretation of paint suppliers’ required specifications for mixing ratios and application
Proficient in spot painting techniques to provide unrecognizable paint repair in touch up applications
Operation of all equipment required for surface preparation, primer and topcoat application, power washers, sanders, overall spray paint equipment, safe application of degreasers, soaps, phosphates.
Operation of material handling equipment, forklifts, hoists, etc.
Paint equipment cleaning, maintenance and repair.
Proficient application of urethane and epoxy primer and fillers
Single stage paint / base coat / clear coat
Metallic and Solid Colors
Make paint rework repairs as needed.
Produce high quality product that meets or exceeds industry standards in minimal time frames
Other duties as assigned by area supervisor