1st Shift Painter​/Assembler DH​/AO

Overview

Hiring immediately for Painter / Assembler on 1st shift (5:30 a.m.

- 2:00 p.m.)!

API Heat Transfer is looking for people who enjoy being part of transformation. We have a new mission, new leaders, and are accelerating our path to Lean Cultural Change. Our Production team is expanding, and we are seeking Painter / Assembler for our Racine location.

• Starting Hourly Rate $19.00+ based on experience
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• Health & welfare benefits effective day 1, generous PTO plan, and 11 paid holidays.
• Quarterly attendance bonuses.

• Read and understand pick sheets to pull parts for assemble.
• Operate spray painters and other equipment to apply coatings to metal or plastic components.
• Monitor drying and curing processes to ensure proper finish.
• Inspect painted items for quality and correct any defects.
• Maintain and clean painting equipment and work area.
• Follow safety protocols, including use of respirators and protective gear.
• Assist in maintenance of paint systems and report equipment issues.
• Produce finished components per the specification indicated on blueprints.
• Check quality of parts, equipment, and assembled products at every step in the assembly process and notify supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.
• Prepare units for shipment by constructing skids and boxes as required; paint, stencil, and affix nameplates as required.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of tools and equipment provided.
• Comply with all of the ISO 9001 Quality standards, policies and procedures of API.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Mechanical aptitude and a functional knowledge of hand tools.
• Must be able to wear a respirator, which may require being clean‑shaven.
• Experience in industrial or production painting preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and use a tape measure.
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks while sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Ability to navigate computer systems used to manage and track orders (Plex).
• Meet required Quality standards of your position and level.
• Meet required Productivity standards of your position and level.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact API Heat Transfer at (716) 684‑6700 for assistance.