Painter / Blaster

Job Title: Painter Blaster I

Summary:

The Painter Blaster I role is responsible for media blasting/painting parts and machinery for agricultural use.

Performance Expectations

• Ability to blast and paint all Salford products including parts and various machines evenly as per Salford’s quality standards.


• Ability to train other/new employees on proper painting/blasting procedures, including equipment.


• Ensure quality standards are met with all products leaving the paint line.


• Ability to load and unload frames.


• Maintain detailed records pertaining to projects including; mil readings, paint consumption, and ambient environment readings.


• Follow all health and safety procedures as outlined in the hourly employee handbook and departmental safety procedures.


• Clean and maintain personal painting, ventilation, blast equipment and personal protective equipment.


• Take directions from assembly & paint supervisor as needed for specific products or projects.


• Other duties as assigned by production supervisor

Credentials

• A secondary or post-secondary education diploma or equivalent

Desired Characteristics

• A minimum of one to two years of industrial painting in a manufacturing setting is preferred but not required.


• Knowledge of wet paint techniques and a basic understanding of painting equipment is considered an asset.


• Work as a member of a team in a production line and collaborate with one another to resolve quality problems as needed. 


• Take safety courses required by OSHA including proper use of respirators and other safety equipment as needed.


• Ability to operate overhead crane/forklift and move large parts on monorail independently.


• Experience with hand tools and power tools.


• Ability to lift to 50lbs with the assistance of a lifting device.


• Highly organized, proactive, can work independently without supervision.


• Excellent time management skills.


• Must be able to communicate effectively both written and verbally.


• Positive attitude that will be a good cultural fit is required.


• Excellent hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, attention to detail.


• Maintain clean work areas and equipment

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation


• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.


• Opportunities for career advancement.


• Sustainability Counsel


• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.


• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

At Salford Group, a Linamar Company, we are industry leaders in agricultural equipment innovation, committed to advancing farming practices through precision technology. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and customer success, we cultivate a collaborative work environment where employees can grow and make a global impact 

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.  Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process.  Accommodations will be provided upon request.