Painter

Hitachi•Michigan City, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Painter position requires an individual to perform skilled painting duties in such a manner as to provide protection of surfaces against rust, oxidation, and abrasion while providing eye appealing finish.

Requirements

High School education or equivalent.
Medical clearance evaluation prior to employee’s first use of a respirator and annual evaluation thereafter.
Basic reading skills necessary to perform the functions of the job.
Basic computer skills required.
1-2 years of current experience in manufacturing painting/airless paint equipment.
Experience in application of paints and primers.
Must be familiar with painting equipment, material preparation and surface bonding characteristics.
Successfully complete training and receive a Forklift Operator’s License.
Eye test required every three years.
Complete basic computer training. Utilize SAP update / inquiry files, QMS, and produce serial plates.
Complete paint pump training.
Complete annual EHS training (respirator and environmental training).
Must be involved in 6S activities, Value Stream Mapping activity, Total Productive Maintenance.
Light to medium lifting. Tools used: spray guns, air sanders, operation of forklift.
Lifting up to 35 lbs.
Lifting over 35 lbs. requires a lifting device, crane/hoist, or assistance from another associate.
Required to be clean shaven to properly wear safety equipment.
Fumes from reducers, urethane products, epoxy products, and isocyanates.
Noise and heat.
May need to climb ladders.
Use of fall restraint equipment.
Participate in EHS quarterly audits, if required.
Required to wear the proper PPE equipment for the work area.
Required to attend scheduled toolbox and safety meetings.
Must immediately report injuries or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.

Nice To Haves

Basic mechanical aptitude a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepares machines/assembly part for paint adhesion, i.e., sanding, masking etc.
Applies paint with brush, roller and spray gun to surfaces that need protection.
Applies primers, sealers and finishes while monitoring pressure, paint temperature, ratios and pot life.
Prepares coating material including ascertaining proper mixture for conditions.
Checks equipment including pump lines, tips, respirator, fluid levels, etc.
Services and cleans booth, equipment for routine purposes.
Maintains records/inventory of paint usage, PPE cleaning and booth filter changes.
Maintains, cleans, and properly stores painting equipment, e.g., gloves, coveralls, respirators, guns, cups, pots, etc.
Confers with representatives of paint and plant quality control, as needed.
Maintains all paints, supplies, and proper labeling, i.e., disposal of empty paint containers and transportation of paint waste.