Painter

Valmont Industries, Inc.•Houston, TX

6d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Why Valmont We’re Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now. Why Valmont: Welcome to Valmont, where a world of opportunity awaits. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe. We want problem solvers who roll up their sleeves to foster progress and innovation for all people. At Valmont, we provide infrastructure, irrigation, tubing and coatings to the world. We strengthen cities, nourish croplands, design, manufacture and coat products. Our products and services make a difference. Join us and BUILD YOUR WORLD. How You Will Contribute: Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Painter position in the Paint department. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will, while working under the direct supervision of the Paint Supervisor, be accountable for the daily activities of the Paint department at a shop floor supervision level, including Safety, Quality and Productivity of the employees working under their supervision. Additionally, you will…

Requirements

1 year experience with powder coating and liquid coatings
1 year experience mixing paint to desired specifications
Be able to read and interpret production drawings and Valmont specifications as related to coating requirements
Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills
Familiar with the E-mail and mainframe computer system
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Must have knowledge of basic shop mathematics, addition, subtraction, fractions, multiplication and decimals
Must be able to read and write

Nice To Haves

High school diploma/GED
2 years past supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Maintain compliance with regulations and policies regarding the safe storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials and hazardous wastes.
Records all liquid paints and solvents used during each 4-hour period.
Assure that painting volume is limited to appropriate levels to assure compliance with regulations and policies regarding emissions.
Ensure that all employees working under his or her supervision are working safety and within current Valmont guidelines.
Maintain acceptable housekeeping at all times.
Ensure that preventative maintenance is completed on designated equipment and uses proper measures to assure long and productive life of all equipment and facilities.
Read and interprets daily workloads to determine what products are required for painting and reviews f-specs for special applications and prioritize according to shipping and or work schedule requirements.
Know proper operation methods of tools and equipment used by employees working under his or her supervision. Such as crane, forklift, straddle truck, conveyor systems, blasting equipment, powder and liquid painting equipment, curing oven, wrapping equipment, and thickness gauges.
Inspect products after curing to assure a high quality of finish with proper thickness.
Log thickness readings on log sheet for tracking purposes

Benefits

Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

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