Paint Prep

Job Description

Job Description

Painter Preps JOB I.D. #63738

Our client is a large Agricultural Manufacturing company in Merced that is looking for Paint Preps to prepare Ag Machinery body or other surfaces for painting. The job duties include all aspects of preparation. Your responsibilities involve steps such as the removal of dirt from the surface and parts due for painting. You will sand, polish, retouch, buff, degrease, or otherwise clean the surface. You may also mix color, blend paint, and load paint into spray-painting equipment. A paint prep may sometimes need to apply primer to the surface to prepare and protect it until the painters perform their job.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Thoroughly reviews each order prior to beginning work on Ag Machinery.
• Completes all paint preparation processes for Ag Machinery according to factory specifications and Laird Manufacturing policies. May prime, edge or jam replacement parts.
• Knows how to properly sand and prep for paint, new parts and blend panels.
• Knows how to properly sand and featheredge surface for primer
• Troubleshoot production errors and communicate issues with team leaders.
• Able to mask and spray the correct amount and coats of primer
• Responsible for quality control. Make adjustments as necessary to produce product within specifications. Reject product outside of specifications.
• Contributes to maintaining acceptable cost per paint labor hour
• Knows status of assigned Ag Machinery and helps problem solve on getting and keeping all Ag Machinery on schedule on-time delivery
• Consistently utilizes all required safe equipment and follows proper refinishing procedures in compliance with OSHA guidelines
• Adheres to all requirements hazardous waste disposal
• Follow vendors procedures to maintain all tools and requirement, including maintenance of paint booth and prep booth filters
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) on paint equipment and safety equipment.
• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs).
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Operate forklift for the paint production line (only if certified).
• Willing to work overtime both daily and weekends.
• Performs other duties assigned by management

COMPETENCIES / SKILLS :

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Effective communication (written or verbal) and interpersonal skills required

Ability to work in a high performance, fast-paced team environment

Ability to adapt to and work effectively within a constantly changing environment

Excellent problem-solving skills required

Customer Focus

Organization

Energy Level

Persistence

Product Knowledge

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform resupply of inventory on parts.

Provide on-the-job training to new employees.

Order materials from other work areas when needed. Maintain material supply adhering to just in time and lean manufacturing principles.

Maintain VOC logs

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

1. Basic reading, writing in English and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.

WORKING / PHYSICAL CONDITIONS

Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time

Ability to perform repetitive tasks, manual dexterity

Vision abilities required include close, distance, and depth perception

30 to 40 percent of the job requires lifting carrying holding and manipulating objects and periodic lifting and carrying objects over 50 pounds

Reaching above and below shoulder level with no restrictions.

Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping to complete or inspect repairs

Able to push and pull

Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Especially : skill and ease in using both hands

May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, high level of dust and noise in repair center

MUST be able to wear protective equipment, including respirator

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Work involves frequent lifting of materials and product up to 70 pounds. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors and work boots. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted

Pay Rate : $18.00 per hour.

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Benefit Conditions - Waiting period may apply / Only full-time employees are eligible

Education

High School or GED equivalent (Preferred)

Experience :

1 yr. (Preferred)

EEO : This company is an Employment Equity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex or national origin. Qualified minorities, women and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Company Description

BBSI started as a staffing company in 1972, and evolved into a Professional Employer Organization. Over time, we saw that we could make a much bigger impact for our clients by facilitating different conversations with business owners. Helping them see what they couldn’t see before is what drives us. So, we changed the way we do business. Today, we stand shoulder-to-shoulder with business owners and are relentless in our pursuit of their success.

Company Description

BBSI started as a staffing company in 1972, and evolved into a Professional Employer Organization. Over time, we saw that we could make a much bigger impact for our clients by facilitating different conversations with business owners. Helping them see what they couldn’t see before is what drives us. So, we changed the way we do business. Today, we stand shoulder-to-shoulder with business owners and are relentless in our pursuit of their success.