Paint Line Worker - 1st Shift

The primary responsibility of the Paint Line Worker is to prepare gears and other parts for shipment. The individual must be able to work under moderate supervision in a fast- paced environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Cover/Cover Installer: Install “cover/cover” seals in all steering gears by applying grease under seals when required and hangs arms to be painted.
• Loader/Unloader: Pull gears/arms from a skid and hang them on the paint line, scan bar code into AS400 computer system, place bar code ticket on ticket holder, cover output shaft with plastic tube, and place magnet on dirt shield area. To unload, remove painted gear/arm from paint line hooks, place correct bara code label on each gear and place on conveyer belt to go to the “prepper.” Must be able to multi-task efficiently. Note: Visually look at each arm to make sure that there is no paint in splines or ball holes
• Masker/Painter: Cover all areas on gears/arms with various magnets and shields that are not to be painted. Apply dirt shields to all steering gears as required. Maintain all daily and monthly checklists for the paint booth area.
• Unmasker: Remove all masking from gears/arms after powder coating has been applied without disturbing the thin layer of powder. Maintain all daily and monthly checklists for paint booth area. Vacuum and mop floor in paint room daily.
• Prepper: Scan bar code of first gear in a group that is different from the last group. The AS400 computer system will specify exactly how to prep the specified model. Place grease, boots, shields, nets, retainers, etc as specified on each gear. Incumbent will install pitman arms on steering gears as needed.
• Skidder: Scan each bar code into AS400 computer system before placing onto the correct skid. Must pre-load conveyor with correct packaging materials for different customers. Follow skidding instructions in the Carpenter’s manual, place gears on skids in the correct formation, print out ticket, strap and shuttle them to the end of the conveyer for inspection; must individually box gears daily.
• Pre-Torque: Verify Pitman arm timing is correct, installs retainer, pre-torques retainers before final torque; makes retainer as needed. Responsible for helping unload painted pitman arms from conveyor and putting them in correct storage bins.
• Pitman Arm Installer: Install Pitman Arms on gears as needed, contact inspection for first piece inspection of mounted arms. Scan bar codes into AS400 computer system and enter torque data for each arm installed. Must read depth gauge. Must read depth gauge indicator when required and calibrate torque tool daily.
• Carpenter: Construct skis as needed to use in the shipment of steering gears to the customer. Rework purchased skids and constructs specialty skids for shipment of machine parts and specialty items
• Other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Action oriented: Demonstrates ability to take action and lead by example. Enthusiastically demonstrates sense of urgency.
• Self-Motivated: Demonstrates ability to take initiative and drive to achieve results.
• Accountability: Demonstrates ability to take responsibility and maintains sense of ownership and follow through on commitments. Sets high standards of performance.
• Communication: Demonstrates ability to convey and distribute information effectively and encompass strong speaking, presentation, written and listening skills. Ability to create an environment for open communication.
• Teamwork: Demonstrates ability to work well with others to accomplish common goals and build a positive climate and trusting relationships within teams.
• Reliability: Demonstrates dependability, accountability and trust. Follows processes and meets commitments.

WORKING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• May be exposed to moderate heat, light dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, noise and hazards such as electrical shock or gases. Some outside assignments could involve exposure to adverse weather conditions. Adequate hearing protection is required for 85 decibels and above.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• This position does not require any supervisory duties.

SCHEDULE:

• 8-hour Day Shift Monday through Friday

The demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
• One year of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in shipping/receiving in a production/manufacturing environment
• Completion of forklift certification
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques with emphasis on Standardized Work, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and JIT principles
• Ability to work overtime as needed both daily and weekends