What are the responsibilities and job description for the Painter position at Advantage xPO?
Compensation: Training pay $19.29/hour and pay will be increased to $22.64/hour (up to $26.88/hour after 2-year progression) when successfully pass the training assessment after orientation. Additional $1/hour night shift differential when working 2nd shift hours
Benefits:
· Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k (match)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Uniform Allowance
- All supplies/tools provided
All painters will perform multiple tasks in any combination and concentration of the mentioned areas and will rotate through all or most of the processes rather than being assigned to a specific task. Painters must be able to work as part of a team having responsibility for numerous components and other duties as assigned.
- Dry sanding, masking, unmasking, stencil, finish painting, seal and touch up.
- Must be familiar with standard paint equipment and must be able to set up and adjust equipment to obtain the desired spray patterns.
- Must be able to demonstrate proper environmental & safety practices when setting up and cleaning equipment.
- Be able to identify defects such as runs, sags, dry spray, orange peel etc. and determine the probable cause and demonstrate repair techniques.
- Work with all facility employees on improving manufacturing processes through prototyping, fabrication and experimental machining to develop and prove concepts and design and implement necessary fixtures and tooling for manufacturing improvements.
- Promote climate of cooperation; leading by example mentoring others in safety, environmental, quality, lean and high-performance work team philosophies.
- Demonstrate the ability to work with plastic fillers such as Bondo, icing, etc.
- Willingness to work with team mates to achieve the highest paint standard possible.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of industrial/automotive paint experience OR related technical/vocational school experience.
- Must be able to read blue prints, schematics and manufacturing instructions in a sufficient manner to complete the assigned assembly tasks.
- Must be able to complete some operations at heights up to 20 ft. utilizing an aerial work platform.
- Must be able to climb and complete some work on ladders.
- Must be able to lift material up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must have ability to properly use and care for assigned tools and equipment.
- Must be able to adhere to standards, do a quality job in a safe manner and within acceptable time.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job.
- Must be willing to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses, gloves, hats,
ear plugs, and safety shoes. - Must be willing to work in a tobacco free environment.
- Must be willing to submit to a background check and drug screen (both for initial hire and also
ongoing random screens). - Must be able to work occasional weekend shifts.
- Must be able to work scheduled overtime
· 1 year of industry experience
Other skills and qualifications
· Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills required.
· Must have the necessary experience and skill to perform the job for which you are applying
About Wabtec Corporation
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.
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About Advantage xPO
Advantage xPO is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, mental and physical disability, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, military or veteran status or other non-merit based factors. We will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the application, interviewing and employment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, contact us. Advantage xPO is an E-Verify employer. This policy is applicable to all phases of the employment relationship, including hiring, transfers, promotions, training, terminations, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.
All employees are directed to familiarize themselves with this policy and to act in accordance with it. All decisions with respect to employment matters and other phases of employer-temporary employee relationships will be in keeping with this policy and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
