Manufacturing Technician, Entry level

The Manufacturing Technician (Entry Level) supports the manufacturing of custom hydraulic systems by preparing equipment for painting, performs painting operations, and helping technicians throughout the shop. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands, has a strong mechanical aptitude, and wants to learn new skills in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

Previous industrial painting experience is not required. We are willing to train the right individual who demonstrates a positive attitude, reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

This position reports directly to the Hydraulic Shop Floor Supervisor and works closely with fabrication, hydraulic assembly, and shipping personnel.

Responsibilities include by are not limited to:

Approximately 50% Painting / 50% Shop Support Painting Responsibilities Learn to prepare and paint custom hydraulic systems, valve stands, accumulator stands, pump skids and fabricated assemblies

Clean, power wash, sand, and prepare surfaces for painting

Tape and mask components before painting

Assist with applying industrial coatings using airless, HVLP, and conventional spray equipment (training provided)
Learn proper mixing and application of industrial enamels, epoxies, polyurethanes, and other coatings

Inspect painted components for quality and appearance

Maintain paint equipment and work area

Shop Support Responsibilities Sandblast parts for fabrication and painting

Clean hydraulic reservoirs prior to testing and painting

Cut, clean, deburr, and bevel pipe and materials

Assist welders and hydraulic technicians with assembly work Check incoming materials against Bills of Material (BOM)
Laser mark identification tags Photograph completed power units before shipment

Package products and prepare shipments

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

Perform other shop duties as assigned to support production schedules

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required High School Diploma or GEDGood mechanical aptitude

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Dependable with good attendance

Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team Strong attention to detail

Ability to read a tape measure to within 1/16 Ability to safely use hand and power tools (or willingness to learn)
Preferred (Not Required)
Experience in any of the following is helpful but not required:

Manufacturing Automotive repair

Equipment maintenance

Construction Fabrication Painting Mechanical  assembly

We are willing to train motivated candidates with little or no industrial painting experience.

Training Provided The successful candidate will receive on-the-job training in:

Industrial painting techniques

Surface preparation

Proper masking procedures

Spray equipment operation

Industrial coating application

Shop safety practices

Forklift operation and certification

Material handling

Basic fabrication equipment

Pipe cutting and threading

Hydraulic assembly support

Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods

Ability to work safely around industrial machinery

Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment
* We will consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status,
* disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected status.

You should be proficient in:

Industrial Cleaning Equipment Operation Tape Measure Reading Industrial & Commercial Painting Hand tools

Saw operation

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Power Tools Overhead Crane Forklifts Paint  Sprayer (Titan)
Band Saw Belt Sander