Painters Apprentice

Roswell Marine•Rockledge, FL
•Onsite

About The Position

The Painters Apprentice must be able to perform all of the duties of a painter's helper and provide assistance and support to painters in paint booths. This role works under direct supervision on duties and tasks that are standardized, selecting from written instructions, and established procedures. The apprentice is responsible for maintaining tools and keeping equipment clean and in proper working order, as well as maintaining and wearing all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirators, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer. The position requires compliance with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials, reporting any deviations to management. The apprentice must also understand, keep abreast of, and comply with federal, state, and local regulations that affect paint department operations, such as hazardous waste disposal, OSHA, etc.

Requirements

  • Effective Communication Skills - Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to listen, understand, and follow directions.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as TDS and SDS and other safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Effective Problem Solving Skills.
  • Demonstrates Integrity.
  • Demonstrates respectful manner toward company, management and team members.
  • Demonstrates a positive attitude.
  • Attention to detail
  • Basic knowledge of Department Processes
  • Basic knowledge of paint processes
  • Must be able to stand on concrete for the duration of the shift.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and stoop.
  • Must be able to grip and operate hand tools with a minimum of 50 in/lbs. of force
  • Must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs. for at least 15 feet.
  • Safety Glasses must be worn at all times when in certain production areas.
  • Enclosed non-skid shoes must be worn at all times when in the production areas.

Nice To Haves

  • Marine, Automotive, or aerospace experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

  • Perform all duties of Painters Helper
  • Plug holes in preparation for coating
  • Assist Painters with Parts Wipedown
  • Assist Painters with final prep
  • Maintain clean work area
  • Empty garbages throughout the department
  • Clean paint racks
  • Restock primer shelves
  • Monitor consumables and report low inventory to lead
  • Return paint rack hooks to body shop
  • Clean parts before priming / Raptor
  • Help inspect incoming materials against packing slip
  • Stock material in bulk storage when received
  • Clean paint hooks from old paint
  • Move racks in and out of booths
  • Sort and clean silicone plugs
  • Sweep floors
  • Help clean parts before they go in the booth
  • Clean foam pads in bucket from detail team
  • Get parts from immersion department
  • Maintain Paint Equipment
  • Maintain Paint Booth (assisting Maintenance Department)
  • Mix paint materials in accordance with TDS
  • Remove basic debris, runs, etc. from painted surfaces
  • Final Polishing
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