Paint Prep Technician

Harper Industries•Harper, KS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Paint Prep Technician is responsible for preparing parts and whole goods for paint application by ensuring surfaces, carts, and materials are properly cleaned, masked, and ready for finishing. This position supports the Paint Department by maintaining quality standards, efficiency, and safety throughout the preparation process. Depending on operational needs, this role may also perform abrasive blasting and other surface preparation activities to ensure proper coating adhesion and finish quality. This role may also function as a Paint Lead when designated, providing day-to-day guidance, coordination, and support to team members within the Paint department.

Requirements

Detail-oriented with the ability to process work orders accurately
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Basic mechanical aptitude preferred
Ability to obtain forklift certification
Embodies organizational core values (authentic, driven, humble, trustworthy)
Demonstrated proficiency in paint prep processes and workflow (for Paint Lead)
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills (for Paint Lead)
Ability to train, coach, and support team members effectively (for Paint Lead)
Understanding of paint process flow, including prep, coating, and curing stages (for Paint Lead)
Ability to identify quality risks and proactively address issues (for Paint Lead)

Responsibilities

Prepare parts and whole goods for paint application
Blow off paint carts and parts prior to painting
Wash carts and components in the wash bay
Prep flatbeds for GatorHyde or other coating applications
Mask, tape, and protect surfaces as required
Assist with loading and unloading parts on paint carts
Support paint kitchen responsibilities
Assist with routine paint booth filter changes
Maintain a clean and organized workspace
Perform abrasive blasting operations on parts and components as assigned to prepare surfaces for coating applications
Operate blasting equipment in accordance with company safety and quality standards
Inspect blasted surfaces to verify cleanliness and readiness for paint application
Assist with maintenance and housekeeping of blasting equipment and blasting areas
Follow all company safety procedures and policies
Perform other duties as assigned
Provide day-to-day direction and support to paint team members to ensure production goals are met (when designated as Paint Lead)
Help coordinate workflow between prep, paint, and cure stages to maintain throughput (when designated as Paint Lead)
Monitor prep quality to ensure surfaces are properly cleaned, masked, and ready for coating (when designated as Paint Lead)
Identify and address issues that could impact paint quality (contamination, improper prep, missed masking, etc.) (when designated as Paint Lead)
Assist in training and onboarding new team members on prep processes, equipment, and safety procedures (when designated as Paint Lead)
Reinforce safety policies, including proper handling of chemicals and PPE usage (when designated as Paint Lead)
Communicate regularly with the Paint Supervisor regarding production status, quality concerns, and team needs (when designated as Paint Lead)
Support continuous improvement efforts related to paint prep, material flow, and efficiency (when designated as Paint Lead)
Assist in coordinating rework and ensuring defects are corrected prior to paint application (when designated as Paint Lead)
Lead by example in attendance, work ethic, quality, and adherence to company values (when designated as Paint Lead)