Coatings Assistant / Paint Prep

Company Background:
Washington Equipment Manufacturing Company, Inc. (WEMCO, Inc.) is a contract manufacturer that specializes in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of productivity-enhancing solutions, such as overhead cranes for material handling, automated aerospace tooling and parts, agricultural equipment, and custom machinery used in multiple industries around the world.

Job Purpose:
Under the general direction of the Paint Department Supervisor, you will clean, prep, mask, and organize parts per written instructions, blueprints, and contract specifications.

Job Responsibilities:

• Verify materials prior to work to ensure product traceability


• Prepare surfaces for coating, including debris removal to a specified standard


• Receive and complete work orders accurately with thorough attention to detail


• Perform in-process inspections to ensure product quality and contractual compliance
  


• Maintain inventory of paint department supplies


• Update logs including conditions, coating times, and maintenance records


• Complete assigned tasks on a daily basis


• Operate overhead bridge cranes and forklifts to safely move materials


• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED is preferred


• 1 year of painting or prep experience preferred


• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English


• Ability to apply basic mathematic skills


• Must be willing to work overtime when necessary


• Will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment depending on the given task which may include a full-face respirator
  


• WILL TRAIN THE RIGHT CANDIDATE. GREAT POSITION FOR A STUDENT OR SOMEONE LOOKING FOR AN OPPORTUNITY TO GROW WITHIN A COMPANY. 

Physical Demands:
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Will have to spend time using your hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools, or controls. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and will use WEMCO’s overhead cranes to lift items that weigh more than 50 pounds. Must be able to perform duties while wearing appropriate PPE: safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, paint suit, breathing apparatus, etc. May be asked to bend over or squat for an extended period of time. Must be able to detect differences between colors. Must possess the ability to see details both at close range and at a distance. 

Benefits:

• 401K Retirement Plan w/ up to 4% employer match


• Medical Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Supplemental insurance options through Colonial Life


• Paid Time Off


• Holiday Pay


• Employee Referral Program