Paint Handle Cleaning Team Lead

Fender•Corona, CA
•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is seeking a Paint Handle Cleaning Team Lead to join its maintenance team in Corona, California. The role sets up and operates a chemical paint-handle stripping line to clean and prepare paint handles for Fender’s manufacturing process. It helps provide internal customers with a safe, consistent, defect-free supply of clean handles and provides day-to-day training and guidance to employees in the area. The position also supports chemical management, equipment upkeep, supply inventory, and communication with Maintenance and production partners.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to use common hand and power tools, including hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, and electrical tools.
  • Ability to safely handle and store regulated materials and follow applicable safety procedures.
  • Ability to understand and follow written work rules, operating procedures, and safety requirements.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Ability to regularly stand, reach, push, pull, and lift or move up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience operating cleaning equipment and/or paint-stripping equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and safely operate chemical paint-handle stripping equipment.
  • Monitor and clean chemical soak and wash tanks to maintain proper operation.
  • Produce clean, defect-free paint handles for Fender’s paint production process.
  • Train employees in equipment operation, chemical handling, and monitoring and adjusting chemical concentrations.
  • Ensure safety procedures and required personal protective equipment policies are followed.
  • Handle and store regulated materials in accordance with company policies and applicable state and federal requirements.
  • Coordinate daily with Maintenance supervision about area performance, equipment concerns, and issues needing additional support.
  • Perform light equipment maintenance and identify maintenance needs requiring escalation.
  • Order and maintain chemicals, supplies, and materials required for the operation.
  • Communicate with internal customers to ensure delivery requirements and quality expectations are met.
  • Keep equipment and the immediate work area clean, safe, and sanitary.
  • Maintain 5S standards and keep the work area clean, organized, and operationally ready.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Equipment purchase program
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