Painter​/Crater

Painter/Crater

Virginia Beach, VA, US, 23452 Busch Vacuum Solutions is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling. Busch Vacuum Solutions has an immediate direct hire opportunity for a Painter/Crater at our headquarters in Virginia Beach, Virginia!

Schedule:

Monday–Friday | 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (with flexibility as business needs arise). Targeted Compensation:
The targeted compensation for this position is $18.00 per hour, depending on the selected candidate's qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare pumps and systems for painting including masking, taping, filling and sanding as required for smooth finish
• Mix enamels, lacquers, and epoxy paint
• Apply appropriate coatings and paints to pumps and systems
• Regulate inventory of all necessary painting supplies
• Maintain paint booth and equipment
• Follow work instructions for labeling and literature packages for pumps and systems
• Operate wood cutting tools, power tools, nail guns, and other equipment necessary for crating
• Monitor and maintain stock levels for crating supplies
• Operate industrial gas powered forklifts
• Safely rig systems and pumps for placement on pallets

Required Experience:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED):
  Required
• 2 plus years experience in industrial equipment painting to include mixing and applying enamels, lacquers, and epoxy paints:
  Required
• Knowledge of safety hazards and practices as it relates to painting:
  Required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word & Excel):
  Preferred

Personal

Qualifications:

• Dependable, self-motivated, and professional with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality work and following established processes.
• Safety-conscious and committed to maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team to meet production goals.
• Demonstrates mechanical aptitude, a willingness to learn, and the ability to use hand tools and follow work instructions.

Job Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check
• Most felonies are a disqualifier, misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis
• Must be willing and able to utilize all required PPE
• Willingness to travel domestically for training
• SSPC (Society for Protective Coatings):
  Preferred
• Valid Drivers' License must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of up to 20 lbs.; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent reaching, grasping, and manual dexterity; occasional climbing, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
• Ability to hear audible alarms and maintain the visual acuity necessary to safely perform job duties.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety footwear, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, coveralls, and a respirator when required.

Benefits & Opportunities:

Busch Vacuum Solutions offers an attractive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, EAP, tuition reimbursement, Legal Plan, 401K, PTO, and more! Opportunity for growth and advancement via on-the-job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company. Busch values promoting from within!