Painter

Job Title: Painter
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM
Pay Rate: Starting at $19.00/hour + Full Benefits Package
Location: Jamestown, ND

Job Summary:
A Painter is responsible for applying protective or decorative coatings—such as paint, enamel, glaze, gel-coat, or lacquer—to machines and manufactured products using various application techniques and equipment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Cleans grease and dirt from product.
• Applies masking tape over parts and areas that are not to be coated.
• Turns sprayer valves and nozzle to regulate width and pressure of spray.
• Pulls trigger and directs spray onto work surface to apply prime or finish coat.
• Cleans spraying equipment and brushes with solvent.
• Removes rust from metal with acid, wire brush, or steel wool.
• Operates pneumatic, electric, or manual overhead chain hoists to properly move heavy parts into position for coating.
• Operates forklift to move parts to and from other locations of the assembly operation.
• Operates various tools such as hammers, pneumatic grinders, impact wrenches and drills.
• Maintains respirator and other personal protective equipment in proper operating condition.
• Abides by all company, state, and federal safety rules and/or regulations.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be able to follow methods and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and shop drawings.
• Detail-oriented and consistent.
• Works well as a productive member of a team.
• Basic proficiency in mathematics, reading, and writing.
• Must have the ability to work rapidly and under pressure for extended periods of time in order to meet build requirements.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing materials, processes, and specifications preferred.
• Mechanical experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to lift 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Must be able to navigate facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, bending, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
• Wear and work in personal protective equipment.
• Must pass a Respirator Medical Evaluation to determine ability to perform the job.

Work Environment:

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Noise level is moderate to loud.
• Frequently exposed to fumes and airborne particles.
• Exposure to heat/humidity during summer months.

Benefits:

• Health insurance – 2 plan options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with guaranteed 3% employer contributions
• Generous profit-sharing opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 80 hours annually
• Paid holidays
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for both healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with employer contributions of up to $1,000/year
• Voluntary Benefit options such as Cancer, Accident and Hospitalization Insurance

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