Painter I

Caterpillar•Mabank, TX

43d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for entry level painters who are able to learn the necessary procedures relating to the Paint Department. Painter I works under the guidance of experienced and senior level painters to gain experience in the relevant areas. Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Requirements

Apprenticed painter; 0-2 years’ experience.
Some experience required with painting (airless, HVLP HP) or sandblasting.
Must be able to attain medical clearance, certification on different forklifts, and overhead cranes.
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.
Must be able to take coaching and feedback from senior peers and team lead to continue to improve performance and quality.
Adhere to company HSSE policies

Nice To Haves

Prior exposure and experience in a Solar Turbines manufacturing environment
Prior experience with Turbine engines and packages

Responsibilities

Performs cleaning of parts prior to painting, masking, paint preparation, and after proper training performs industrial epoxy painting on simple parts.
Cleans, sands, grit blasts, masks, and performs other surface preparations prior to paint application.
Applies paint to all specified tolerances in all areas.
Removes masking and cleans parts prior to further manufacturing processing.
Sets up and operates necessary equipment following established procedures, specifications, oral and/or written instructions.
Performs other protective coating processing.
Maintain material records and order coating materials to sustain established inventory levels.
Aid in the instruction of other Solar Turbines personnel in corrosion resistant inorganic aluminum water-based coating operations.
Committed to sustain and improve safety and able to work with Environmental, Health and Safety Department.