Paint Assistant ; 2nd Shift
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Material Handler
Job Overview
Reports to:
Department Supervisor
Location:
Garden Grove, CA
Type:
Full-Time
Schedule:
2nd Shift
Paint helpers are responsible for preparing a variety of parts for painting.
Responsibilities- Assist the Painter in daily activities not involving actual spraying of paint
- Prepare parts by hand sanding and solvent cleaning
- Mix a variety of chromate and non-chromated primers and topcoats
- Lay parts out and maneuver for eased application of paint
- Complete work order and necessary paperwork during paint process
- Accurately process and document oven charts and temperatures
- Sweeping and cleaning the paint shop as necessary
- Observe safety regulations and wear protective masks and clothing while performing daily activities
- Manage hazardous materials safely and in accordance with state and federal regulations
- Setup and label cubic yard hazardous waste storage boxes
- Other duties as assigned
- Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
- Ambition - The drive to achieve personal advancement.
- Applied Learning - Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.
- Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
- Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
- Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
- Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
- Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
- Motivation - Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.
- Persistence - Ability to complete tasks or continue in a course of action in spite of opposition or discouragement.
- Judgment - The ability to formulate Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
- Self Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative; a sound decision using the available information.
- Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
- Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
- Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
- Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Must be able to consistently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50-75 lbs. This is a physically active job. That requires vision, average sight, touch, and MUST be able to wear PPE. Standing for long periods of time.
EducationHigh School Graduate or General Education Degree (required)
ExperienceNone
Benefits- Compensation Range $16.50 to $19.60 per hour (DOE) + Shift Differential ($1.50)
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Basic Life, Supplemental Life Insurance, 401k with an Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off program
- 8 Holidays and 1 Floater Holiday
- On-the-job training, no experience required
The majority of work is performed in a manufacturing setting.
Equal Opportunity EmployerValence Surface Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Additionally, Valence Surface Technologies participates in the E-Verify program to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.
This position requires access to knowledge and technical data regulated by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Valence Surface Technologies is required to verify that applicants meet ITAR requirements prior to employment for this role.
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Qualifications EducationRequired
High School
Behaviors- Dedicated:
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity. - Team Player:
Works well as a member of a group. - Detail Oriented:
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
- Dedicated:
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity. - Team Player:
Works well as a member of a group. - Detail Oriented:
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
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