Industrial Painter

Background

• Works under general supervision of the Maintenance Manager in a GMP regulated manufacturing environment operating under Q7A standards
• Perform journey-level general industrial painting duties (determine appropriate preparation of surfaces, selection and application of paint and other coatings to equipment and facilities) for the purpose of protecting structures and equipment.

Tasks

• Reads work orders and receives instructions to determine work requirements; calculates amounts of required materials to accomplish job most effectively and efficiently; requests supplies both orally and in writing.
• Prepares various surfaces for painting and other coatings (such as by washing, treating, scraping, burning, sanding, sandblasting) to ensure finishes will adhere properly; removes fixtures and hardware as necessary; caulks, putties cement or plaster holes and cracks; applies primer and sealers to prepare new surfaces (bare wood or metal) for finish coats; covers surfaces with drop cloths or tape and paper to protect surrounding areas during paint application.
• Mixes, matches and blend chemicals, color of paint and other coating to obtain desired consistencies, drying properties and colors.
• Applies paint, epoxy, stain, varnish, enamel and other coatings/finishes to equipment and facilities using brushes, spray guns rollers and other applicators.
• Cleans, maintains and stores tools and equipment; cleans work sites; disposes properly of paints, solvents and other hazardous materials used in work.
• Erects and uses ladders, scaffolding and swinging stage equipment as necessary to work above ground level.
• Assists in performing preventative maintenance on plant facilities and equipment.

Specifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 5 or more years Industrial painting experience; may be offset with relevant industrial technical training.
• Knowledge of:
  • Mathematics and English comprehension (Basic Level)
  • Preparation and use of paints, epoxies, resins and other coatings associated with industrial paintings (thorough level)
  • Safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations policies and procedures (Basic level)

• Skill in:
  • Painting techniques, supplies and equipment.
  • Equipment selection, operation and maintenance
  • Quality control analysis
  • Organized and self-motivated
• Ability to:
  • Work easily and skillfully with hands
  • Lift and carry objects weighing up to 55 pounds
  • Climb and maintain balance on ladders and scaffolds; and stand, stoop, kneel, or crouch while painting
  • Operates scissors and boom Lifts safely
  • Work in cold and hot environments
  • Comprehend oral or written English instructions
  • Follow established policies and procedures and work within precise limits
  • Work independently within a team environment to assist others as needed
  • Operate and maintain wide variety of maintenance tools and equipment
  • Adapt to rapidly changing priorities based on business needs
  • Pass pre-employment physical with drug screen and physical capabilities test

FLSA

• Non-Exempt

Current Openings for Industrial Painter Jobs at Jost Chemical Co.