Job Title: Painter/Shipper
Division: Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI)
Location: Pella, IA - On-site
Shift: 1st
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 1
Job Status: Full-Time
Travel Required: 0%
Revision Date: November 2024
Reports To: Supervisor
PURPOSE OF POSITION
Paint and prepare the correct parts, components, and products for shipment as scheduled according to company and customer specifications.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
More specifically, the employee owner will:
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Operate, clean, and prepare products for painting according to PPI procedures.
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Install bushings and tap hubs as part of order preparation.
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Paint and palletize pulleys in accordance with production standards.
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Accurately record daily manometer readings and manage paint waste logs.
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Replace thinner and totes as needed to ensure continuous operation.
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Apply color coding to products as specified by customer or internal requirements.
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Conduct thorough inspections of painted parts and products to ensure quality standards and identify any defects.
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Prepare orders for shipment by accurately completing and utilizing shipping paperwork, transfer sheets, tagging processes, and shipping orders.
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Utilize and interpret essential shipping documents, including bills of lading, product prints, production schedules, packing lists, shipping orders, and return goods authorizations.
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Perform routine and preventative maintenance on paint booths and associated systems to ensure optimal performance.
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Maintain a clean and organized work area in and around the paint booth.
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Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental protocols to support the well-being of team members, the community, and the environment.
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Commit to achieving the highest product quality standards from the moment an order is received through to its completion.
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As business needs arise, complete assignments in other areas and related task assignments in work areas under the guidance of lead or supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Proficiency in basic computer applications.
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Strong attention to detail with the ability to prepare and inspect parts to meet company and customer specifications, including adherence to color-coding standards.
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Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations, ensuring safe and compliant work practices.
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Excellent organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple tasks efficiently, such as recording daily readings, managing paint waste, and adhering to shipping protocols.
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Collaborative mindset with a strong commitment to fostering a positive and productive team environment.
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Ability to accurately measure and interpret dimensions using a tape measure.
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Flexibility to complete orders on short notice, meeting customer expectations and deadlines.
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Consistent and reliable attendance.
EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS
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High school diploma or a general education degree (GED); or
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One to three months related experience and/or training; or
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Equivalent combination of education and experience.
TRAINING – CERTIFICATIONS – LICENSES
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Continually participate in additional training related to the job.
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Forklift License
COMPETENCIES
To perform this position successfully, individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:
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Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.
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Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
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Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens, and receives clarification, respond to questions.
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Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
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Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
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Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
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Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
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Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee:
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Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
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Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.
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Must be able to regularly stand and walk.
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Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move 25 pounds or less.
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Must be able to frequently lift and/or move 25 up to 45 pounds.
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Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
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Specific hearing abilities required for this job include the ability to hear equipment alarms and the ability to hear instructions from others.
ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY
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The noise level in the work environment is usually LOUD.
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Consistently work will take place in moderate temperature to humid.
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Frequent exposure to head, humidity, and industrial equipment.
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Respirator use will be required
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Occasional exposure to weather extremes, steam, and heat from autoclave.
- Steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Precision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Precision, Inc.
