Paint Prep Technicians

STS Technical Services is hiring Paint Prep Technicians in Liberty, Missouri
. This is a regular full-time, non-exempt role supporting paint operations in a manufacturing and production environment.

• Job Title:
  
  Paint Prep I
• Market
  
  Title:
  
  Paint Prep I_JLG
• Department:
  Paint
• Location:
  
  Liberty, Missouri
• Status:
  Regular Full-Time
• FLSA Classification:
  Non-Exempt
• EEO-1 Category:
  Production

The Paint Prep Technician prepares parts and components for painting by cleaning, sanding, masking, plugging and inspecting materials before they move through the paint process. This position also removes excess water and debris from parts, hangs parts using overhead hoists and helps ensure all components meet quality and production standards.

Additional duties may include operating material handling equipment, maintaining inventory and supporting a clean, safe and organized production environment.

• Wipe, sand and inspect parts, including preparation for paint repair
• Plug and mask parts to ensure proper paint adhesion
• Blow out excess water and debris from cavities within parts
• Operate overhead hoists to hang parts for painting
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet production and quality standards
• Assist in identifying and addressing root causes of paint defects
• Safely operate material handling equipment such as forklifts or tuggers
• Maintain inventory by labeling, stocking and recording materials and supplies when needed
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures and 6S standards

• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends and holidays, to meet business and production demands
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance in person and on site
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

• Forklift certification
• Tugger certification
• Tractor certification
• Telescopic Material Handler License

• Work is performed in a manufacturing or production environment
• May involve exposure to loud noise, dust, moving machinery and temperature fluctuations
• May require standing for extended periods
• May require repetitive motions, bending, kneeling, climbing and use of tools and equipment
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds
• Must be able to push and pull up to 50 pounds and up to 30 pounds sustained
• Proper personal protective equipment must be worn when required
• Visual and auditory acuity are needed for safe equipment operation and effective communication in a busy workspace
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure access to all essential job functions

STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.