Pella, IA 2nd Shift Painter - Pella Corporation

Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Paint Specialist - 2 works as part of a team performing multiple duties for the production of painted products. The Paint Specialist's assigned team and tasks will vary based on business necessity.

PELLA CORPORATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Pass drug screen
• Pass pre-work ability screen required
• Pass pre-work vision screen
• Pass color acuity test if tasks involve working with stain
• High school diploma or equivalency
• Pass pre-employment tests
• Work in a team environment with the ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner

ENVIRONMENT:

• Noise level requires hearing protection in designated areas
• Seasonal high temperatures and humidity
• Work with hazardous materials
• Clothing spoilage may occur

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures
• Regular/dependable attendance required
• Flexibility of work hours including overtime
• Able to work with and around moving equipment
• Operate paint equipment that requires close control and adjustment following production orders.
• Painting of wood and/or metal components and/or products.
• Maintain required records and understand paint and solvent chemistry

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to rotate to other positions as needed
• Chemical testing and troubleshooting
• Must maintain a PIV license (essential for some positions)
• Must be able to wear a respirator (essential for some positions)
• Other duties may be assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Manufacturing experience is preferred
• Job related experience is preferred

SKILLS AND TALENTS:

• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Proficient computer skills
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Decision making/Problem solving skills

APPLICABLE CLASSES:

• Industrial Math
• Standard & Technical Blueprint Reading
• Measurement Technology
• Quality Technology
• Paint Technology

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift up to 60 lbs. at waist level and up to 30 lbs. at shoulder level up to an occasional basis when moving products
• Push or pull with up to 70 lbs. of force up to an occasional basis when moving products
• Generate up to 65 lbs. of grip strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
• Generate up to 15 lbs. of pinch strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
• Display average coordination with both hands up to a continuous basis while performing job tasks
• Perform elevated work up to an occasional basis when handling products
• Stoop, kneel or squat up to an occasional basis when handling products
• Reach forward and to the side up to a frequent basis when handling products
• Stand up to a continuous basis and walk up to a frequent basis during the course of each shift
• Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per day

Benefits Include: Approximately two non-work Saturdays/month No required Saturdays for 2nd & 3rd Shift only Annual service bonus Profit Sharing 401(k) Retirement Program Medical and dental insurance Paid holidays and vacation Requirements: Pass the color acuity test, in addition to other pre-employment screening Operate paint equipment that requires close control and adjustment following production orders. Painting of wood and/or metal components and/or products. Maintain required quality records and understand paint and solvent chemistry