Door Paint

Allegion•Fontana, CA

3d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Paint Line Operator uses HVLP equipment to coat work pieces and is responsible for completing work correctly the first time, with emphasis on quality, accountability, safety, and teamwork. The position is located at Allegion’s North Texas manufacturing plant in a fast-paced custom metal manufacturing environment. The operator sets up and operates paint guns on a paint line, maintains workflow by following documented processes, assists with the machine’s preventive maintenance schedule, and conducts first-part inspections and in-process quality checks. The role also supports continuous improvement, communicates quality and production-flow issues, maintains an organized work area, follows safety and PPE requirements, and participates in cross-training. A flexible schedule is required to accommodate overtime and changes in start time based on work volumes.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1–2 years of painting experience.
Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced production environment.
Knowledge of paint gun setup, operation, and maintenance.
Knowledge and application of safety requirements for using paint.
Understanding of finished-product quality requirements.
Ability to mix paint to specified ratios.
Dexterity with both hands.
Ability to frequently lift 50 pounds.
Good range of motion in the elbows and shoulders.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to frequently work in bent, stooped, or squatted positions.
Ability to wear a respirator for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Metalworking or hollow metal fabrication experience.
Dexterity with manufacturing equipment, basic power tools, and machinery.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate paint guns on a paint line and maintain continuous workflow by following documented processes.
Assist with the daily preventive maintenance schedule for the machine, manuals, and procedures.
Perform first-part inspections and in-process quality checks.
Produce parts using the “top down” production list.
Support continuous improvement in safety, quality, 5S, and manufacturing processes.
Provide feedback to leadership on quality issues and potential productivity or procedural improvements.
Ensure the machine is always running and communicate issues that prevent product flow.
Follow company safety and conduct policies, including use and maintenance of company-provided PPE.
Participate in cross-training by learning other jobs or tasks within the facility.
Perform daily housekeeping to keep the work area clean and organized.
Accommodate overtime and start-time changes based on work volumes.