Paint Technician

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Paint Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the production of high-quality painted parts while maintaining the efficiency and compliance of our powder coat paint line system. This position involves assisting with technical areas as it relates to the paint system, paint guns, settings, adjustments, quality checks and implementing preventative maintenance procedures. This role will work cross-functionally with departments to troubleshoot and drive sustainable improvements and solutions. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring adherence to waste treatment regulations and environmental compliance.

This full-time position reports directly to the Production Supervisor and is located at Safco's manufacturing plant in Milford, IA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and inspect powder paints for proper paint application on product and components.
• Apply paints per manufacturing specifications (booth & gun settings and/or adjustments).
• Follow all principles and practices of paint applications per standards to ensure all are produced/coated efficiently with high quality standard
• Operate and maintain paint booth system and observe gauges and equipment operations to detect defects.
• Identify and address any defects, inconsistencies, or imperfections in the painted finish through collaboration with production teams to implement corrective actions and process improvements.
• Perform regular and preventative maintenance on the paint line system, including cleaning, lubrication, and calibration of equipment.
• Coordinate support function resources to help troubleshoot and repair any issues related to paint application equipment.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel to address mechanical and electrical issues promptly.
• Coordinate vendor visits related to the Paint Line.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and procedures and identify
• Understand and follow procedures dealing with parts flow and manufacturing process
• Assist with technical training or new painters.
• Perform daily monitoring of wash and waste treatment systems and document all readings.
• Implement and update procedures to ensure the paint line system operates within environmental regulations.
• Maintain Reverse Osmosis and waste treatment systems to the company standards.
• Maintain waste streams and file required documentation.
• Perform and maintain burnoff system. Keep up 5S standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-2 years of proven experience and knowledge of powder paint and maintaining paint equipment
• Ability to understand basic mechanical and manufacturing techniques
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and waste treatment practices
• Must be able to distinguish colors since the job involves color inspection
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate a computer and access programs, make transactions, and solve simple computer functions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Prior work experience with JDE/Oracle in a manufacturing environment is preferred
• Chemistry background or knowledge is plus

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting pay rate for this position is $25.00 per hour (if applicable) plus hourly shift differential pay. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold warehouse/manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to sit/stand for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to walk for 3+ hours per shift
• Must be able to reach / grasp for 4+ hours per shift

about our company

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota,Liberty Diversified International (LDI)is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Georgia, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.

Since 1918, our values - Caring, Innovation, Trust, and Excellence - have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior solutions and service for our customers. The LDI family of companies includesLiberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom SolutionsandQuarrix Building Products) and Safco.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.