Machine Operator 3 - 2nd shift

Milwaukee Tool • Grenada, MS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator - Paint is responsible for operating powdercoat (blades) and liquid (holesaw) paint equipment. This role involves setting up, operating, and shutting down the paint line, and requires the ability to work in environments with dust and vapors. The operator will load and unload product onto the paint line, recognize and address equipment issues, and make necessary adjustments. A key part of the role is inspecting and verifying product quality according to standards, using a paint thickness gauge, and performing daily preventative maintenance on paint line equipment. This includes inspecting, cleaning, and changing out tips on paint guns, checking and cleaning re-claim hoppers, and maintaining production pace and standards while adhering to all safety requirements and practicing 5Ss.

Requirements

• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of machine operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate powdercoat (blades) and liquid (holesaw) paint equipment.
• Set up, operate, and shut down paint line.
• Load/unload paint line with product.
• Recognize and react to problems with equipment, make adjustments as required.
• Inspect and verify product according to quality standards.
• Use paint thickness gauge to verify paint thickness.
• Hone turnover belt (powder application).
• Perform daily Preventative Maintenance (PM) on paint line equipment.
• Inspect, clean, and change out tips on paint guns.
• Perform frequent walk-throughs to ensure equipment is operating properly.
• Change out and add paint as required.
• Check and clean re-claim hoppers.
• Maintain production pace and standards.
• Adhere to all safety requirements in the work area.
• Practice 5Ss.

Benefits

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans.
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan.
• Education assistance.
• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED