Painter Blaster

GD Energy Products•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

GD Energy Products – New Name, Same Legacy The company you have known as Gardner Denver High Pressure Solutions has a new name – GD Energy Products. Now for more than 160 years, we have made it our business to lead the industry with unmatched products and services; and I can promise that while our identity may change, deep down, who we are as a company never will. GD Energy Products is looking for a Painter Blaster to work in Fort Worth, TX. When joining GD Energy Products, you will be eligible for many of our competitive benefits, including vacation, 401K matching, paid holidays, sick days, full medical/dental/vision benefits, short/long term disability, maternity/paternity leave and many more! Job Summary: Under general direction wash/wipe, and prep fluid ends according to QMS guidelines and work instructions. Operates various types of equipment such as RA sanders, DA sanders, and mill gages.

Requirements

Minimum six (6) months experience in production or a machine operation role in metal manufacturing environment; some experience with metal prep, surface paint prep, or sanding techniques is preferred
Strong knowledge of paint prep techniques in a plus
Read blueprints and perform shop math
Good knowledge of lay-out materials, shop practice and safety regulations applicable to paint prep/hand sanding and general shop operations
High school diploma or the equivalent preferred
On-site industrial forklift training and certification may be required within orientation & training period
Prolonged periods of standing and bending required.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

Responsibilities

Ability to work under general supervision
Ability to read and understand blueprints and work instructions
Properly prepare product for prime and paint. This may involve washing, drying, cleaning with solvents, wire brushing, and sanding
Knowledge of various sanding methods and applications
Operates forklift to move materials about the shop and workstations.
Operates overhead hoists to handle heavy components and units
Maintains assigned equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition
Responsible for communicating the accurate need for department supplies to Supervisor
Will assist with repairs and routine maintenance of equipment and facilities as needed
Perform grinding, sanding, blasting and/or polishing per work instructions
Abrades surfaces of metal or hard-composition objects to remove adhering scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust, and dirt using abrasive-blasting equipment
Performs all work in accordance with established safety and quality management procedures
Regular attendance and compliance with all Company policies and rules is an essential function for the job.
Overtime, including potential for nights and weekend shifts may be required
Perform all other duties as assigned