Production Technician | Painter | First Shift

Arrow Finishing, Inc•Blaine, MN

5d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician performing Dry Film Lube and/or Cerakote Painting executes work orders according to customer expectations while achieving required rates and maintaining safety standards. This role involves reviewing work orders, mixing paint, setting up and operating ovens, transporting parts, inspecting parts, assembling and disassembling painting equipment, performing prep work, spraying units by hand, maintaining the paint booth, and other duties as assigned. The position requires adherence to safety standards and customer expectations for quality.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Must be a Citizen of the United States of America or have a current Green Card
General knowledge or willingness to learn of DFL and/or Cerakote
Experience as a painter/applicator in DFL, Cerakote, automotive and/or powder coating
Strong knowledge of racking material electrical current carrying capacity
Must have great mechanical skills and attention to detail
General computer skills and the ability to work with basic computer programs
Ability to balance workload effectively and stay organized
Ability to read and understand processes, procedures, and instructions
Ability to work and collaborate with others respectfully and professionally
Ability to be dependable and punctual, work overtime as needed
Must be a highly motivated individual with the ability to work independently
Lift up to 10 lbs. regularly and up to 30 lbs. on occasion
Ability to use hands and arms requiring fine dexterity and precision through workday
Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, and bending for 8 hours as the position requires
Ability to withstand occasional odors

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates Arrow Finishing Core Values

Responsibilities

Review work orders and paint specifications to ensure an awareness of job requirements
Obtain and mix paint ingredients in accordance with manufacturer’s specs to ensure paint is the proper consistency and viscosity
Assist in managing paint inventory and tracking paint usage
Set up and operate oven to cure parts after painting is completed
Transport parts to be painted into the paint booth or prepping work area
Inspect parts to be painted to ensure parts are clean and free of nonconformances
Assemble and disassemble painting equipment to ensure proper care of equipment before and after jobs are completed
Perform prep work associated with painting which may include racking, hanging, and masking of parts
Spray units by hand to ensure proper paint application
Continuously inspect parts to ensure proper coating application and make spray gun adjustments as needed
Maintain paint booth by replacing filters and lights as needed
Other duties as assigned, based on business need

Benefits

Medical Benefits (Medica Passport Choice Network, Medica Elect Network, Medica VantagePlus Network)
Health Savings Account (HSA) with annual company contribution and wellness incentives
Dental Insurance (Employer Paid)
Voluntary Vision Insurance (Employee Paid)
Life Insurance (basic policy provided at no cost, option to purchase additional coverage)
Short-term Disability Insurance (employee-paid)
Long-term Disability Insurance (employer-paid)
Additional Voluntary Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance; Whole Life with Long-Term Care)
Pet Insurance
401(K) Retirement Plan with company match
Limited Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid Time Accrued (PTA)
Generous Time Off (accumulate based on years of service, 80 hours in first year for new hires)
8 paid company holidays
Wellness Programs (Medica Value Adds, My Health Rewards)
Employee Assistance Program
Milestone Anniversary Awards
Educational Assistance (up to $5,250 a year)