Painter

Under the direction of a Lead or Supervisor, perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties involved in the cleaning, repair, and painting of parts for Amada machines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to operate a forklift, overhead crane, tools and use of chemicals
• Ability to walk, bend, push, pull and lift repetitively during working hours
• Knowledge of paints, thinners, cleaning agents, and other materials utilized in cleaning, painting, and finishing of parts related equipment
• Knowledge of proper storage and disposal methods
• Knowledge of safety practices associated with tools and work practices utilized to perform the primary duties
• Knowledge of the methods of preparing different surfaces for painting, includes bare surfaces as well as previously painted surfaces
• Ability to perform maintenance on equipment as required for primary duties
• Ability to operate air compressors, high pressure air gun, sanders, painting equipment and hand tools needed to perform primary duties with minimal supervisor or direction
• Knowledge of mixes, blends, and ability to prepare paint and other coating systems
• May be required to climb using safety harness, forklift cage, ladder up to 16'
• May be required to work beyond normal business hours when necessary
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to reach overhead and above the shoulders
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to hand cleaning equipment and tools

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrate commitment to an Injury-Free Environment by actively participating in company safety programs.
• Comply with all aspects of the corporate environmental, health and safety program.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

• Supervisor

SUBORDINATE STAFF:

• None

KNOWLEDGE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

SKILLS:

• Knowledgeable in use of hand tools and air tools; willing to work and can follow work instructions; physically lift 15-25 lbs.; related work experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as a team.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Self-motivation and the ability to identify and complete needed tasks without direct supervision.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions; prepare reports of work performed as well as logging in all daily work performed using a computer or tablet.
• Methods, procedures, equipment and tools of the trades as they relate to assigned area
• Methods of preparing a variety of surfaces for painting and finish work
• Maintain routine records

MENTAL ABILITIES:

1. Ability to work harmoniously with others
2. Ability to accept and follow instruction
3. Ability to maintain positive attitude.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

LIFTING: Average Weight: 25 lb. Frequency: Daily