Painter Job Regina area,Saskatchewan Canada,Manufacturing / Production

Manufacturing Inc. is committed to manufacturing the most innovative and quality storage and handling products to serve the Agricultural, Industrial, and Oil & Gas industries. Backed by over 65 years of experience, Meridian continues to break barriers in industry standards and elevate the bar higher.

We currently have an opening for a Painter at our Regina, SK location!

Reporting to the Paint Supervisor, the Painter is responsible for ensuring that all parts are painted (either powder or liquid paint) to a consistently high quality in a fast-paced manufacturing atmosphere. Responsibilities include the identification of defective products, notifying Team Managers of defective products, performing all work in a safe manner, cleaning and maintaining paint guns and equipment, ventilation, compressed air and personal protective equipment.

This position requires painting parts of a variety of sizes and have the dexterity to paint larger units.

Core Competencies

Communication

Teamwork

Quality Orientation

Problem Solving

Accountability and Dependability

Operating Equipment

Job Duties

Select appropriate paint according to product specifications

Knowledge of preparation and inspection of various surfaces so material/ product is properly prepped prior to painting

Clean and maintain coating, ventilation, compressed air and personal protective equipment

Mark, record and report start/end times, powder usage, defects, work order and quality control documentation

Document supply inventory weekly

Clean and perform preparation of work-site

Signal maintenance to facilitate adjustment or repairs of equipment and machinery as necessary

Notify Team Manager when supply levels are low

Operate, read, and maintain air monitoring and other sampling devices when working in confidence spaces and/hazardous environments

Load and unload product and parts, and distribute them to the appropriate locations, according to work procedures

Complete all production documentation accurately.

Verify paint thickness and finish quality using approved inspection equipment.

Report quality concerns immediately.

Clean and maintain spray guns, pumps, hoses, booths, reclaim systems, ovens, and associated equipment.

Perform routine equipment inspections and promptly report maintenance issues.

Performs related duties as needed or assigned.

Specific to powder coating:

Tend to or operate equipment to clean/wipe, sand, remove corrosion, caulk or otherwise prepare items for application of paint powder

Operate hand-held spray guns to powder coat stationary items or items on racking systems

Move products into and out of the powder coating booth with power pusher and/or overhead cranes

Adjust electrostatic spray settings for maximum powder transfer efficiency. Perform colour adjustments and booth clean-ups. Oversee powder reclaim systems.

Specific to industrial painting:

Use of standard industrial coatings (i.e. epoxy primer and urethane topcoat) and special protection coatings to achieve desired finish

Use of high- and low-pressure application equipment

Requirements

Ability to communicate effective in English

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent preferred

Experience as a General Assembly Laborer or Painter an asset

Knowledge of high and low-pressure paint pump/guns an asset

Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures

Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner

Effective verbal and listening communication skills

Time management skills

Ability to read blueprints and other technical drawings

Critical eye for identifying defects

Commitment to quality and safety

Proactive in ensuring job knowledge is current

Respect diversity – treat others with respect

Avoid unnecessary conflict

Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, and the tools required in various processes

Strong working mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedure

Considerable knowledge of safety standards/precautions pertaining to painting and ability to read and follow SDS and TDS recommendations and requirements

Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to…