Painter Lead - 3rd Shift

nVentAnoka, MN
Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION: Review shop packet specifications for all small batch orders, repair/reworks, select the correct color from the stock shelves, and apply the powder using a manually operated powder gun. Clean and refill all powder feeding units/spraying equipment and record powder usage at each color change. Perform all maintenance tasks on the powder coating equipment and systems (washer, ovens, and booths) according to the preventive maintenance program, as needed. Maintain the powder storage area and move material from the temporary WIP holding area to the conveyor line work area, performing visual inspection to ensure all surfaces are free from defects. Recommend and implement process improvements applying Lean concepts and drive a continuous improvement culture by involving employees in problem-solving and decision-making. Recognize coworkers for exceptional work and exemplary behavior using nVent’s Electrify platform. Coordinate with other Team Leads and Supervisors to ensure efficiency of production. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

  • Ability to read and write, follow written instructions, and complete job-related paperwork.
  • Experience in spray-painting preparation and application procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability in paint and powder coating work.
  • The incumbent should be thoroughly familiar with all department operations and equipment.
  • Skill in communicating effectively both orally and through various media of written communication.
  • Ability to adapt and thrive in constantly evolving business circumstances.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with computer programs JD Edwards, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Review shop packet specifications for all small batch orders, repair/reworks, select the correct color from the stock shelves, and apply the powder using a manually operated powder gun.
  • Clean and refill all powder feeding units/spraying equipment and record powder usage at each color change.
  • Perform all maintenance tasks on the powder coating equipment and systems (washer, ovens, and booths) according to the preventive maintenance program, as needed.
  • Maintain the powder storage area and move material from the temporary WIP holding area to the conveyor line work area, performing visual inspection to ensure all surfaces are free from defects.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements applying Lean concepts and drive a continuous improvement culture by involving employees in problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Recognize coworkers for exceptional work and exemplary behavior using nVent’s Electrify platform.
  • Coordinate with other Team Leads and Supervisors to ensure efficiency of production.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
  • A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
  • Tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.
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