Painter - 2nd Shift (Shift Differential!)

Altec • Duluth, MN

46d • $23 - $28

About The Position

Set up, operate, or tend machines to coat or paint components, trucks and/or bodies.

Requirements

• be able to provide a high school diploma/GED.
• have the ability to read, write, and comprehend.
• have basic computer usage knowledge.
• be proficient in spraying with paint guns.
• have knowledge of automotive painting.
• know that vocational training in lieu of experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in painting with electrostatic paint guns
• Proficiency in painting with HVLP paint guns

Responsibilities

• Operate painting system
• Spray paint truck bodies and/or components using handheld spray gun
• Apply paint to obtain consistent dry film thickness
• Perform quality checks and ensures paint application meets paint standards
• Check paint viscosity during shift and adjust as necessary
• Change solvent and paint drums
• Fill hardener and paint drums
• Perform paint booth housekeeping and filter maintenance
• Maintain proper care of guns for minimum painting downtime
• Ensure and occasionally assist with proper surface preparation prior to painting
• Load and unload parts/components to be painted
• Monitor temperature gauges in booth and oven
• Maintain daily time records
• Support APS (Altec Production System) initiatives. May participate in continuous improvement events
• Move to other work areas to support production needs (cross-train)
• Effectively assist and train new/current associates
• Follow established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures, and practices to include proper use and care of PPE
• Maintain work area and shop tools/equipment
• Shows commitment to Altec core values
• Other job duties as assigned

Benefits

• Altec offers comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options, dental and vision care, matching 401(k), company-paid basic life insurance, wellness programs, company events, tuition reimbursement, and paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees