Paint Line Operator

Whirlpool•Fall River, MA

20h

About The Position

Conducts paint tests for quality control. Must learn how to powder paint and perform the duties of a powder painter when asked to fill in as a backup finisher. ● Education Requires high school diploma or GED ● Skills - Ability to read, interpret and follow schedules &;amp; work instructions, ability to read and differentiate part numbers, labels, and colors. ● General knowledge - Knowledge of spray finish tools and processes are preferred. ● Experience - Three to six months manufacturing work experience is preferred. ● Physical requirements - Standing, bending, reaching and handling bulky parts are common to the job. ● Frequently lifts to 50 pounds. Good eye/hand and foot coordination are required. ● Hazards Exposed to potential hazards including pinch points, fall hazards, chemical exposure and general safety issues associated with manufacturing. ● Works in a hot, cold, dusty, elevated and noisy area. [ACTION REQUIRED - DO NOT POST AS IS]Describe what is absolutely required for the role, meaning that the candidate cannot be hired if they do not have these requirements. We recommend no more than 3 items and suggest prioritizing:Years of experienceEducation (majors, minimum degree, etc.)Language skillsCertificationsSystems/Technical knowledge [ACTION REQUIRED - DO NOT POST AS IS]Describe the desirable background and experiences which will be a plus if the candidate possesses them. We recommend no more than 5 items, and suggest including:Years of experienceEducation (majors, minimum degree, etc.)Language skillsCertificationsSystems/Technical knowledgeWe strongly recommend NOT including behavioral traits in this section. ● Follows paint production schedule to determine parts to load. ● Selects components, aligns and assembles them in proper sequence by drilling holes, adding rivets, screws, bolts, braces, tape, cement or solder to meet specifications ● Visually inspects and loads cabinets and other components onto automatic conveyor paint line in the prescribed manner for optimum coverage of finish. ● Pulls, tags, and stages parts from the RIP Area according to the material request sheets. ● Ensure all parts are staged in the proper color row. ● Inspect parts of the staging area to verify that the proper identification (part number, quantity, color, and destination) is present. ● Removes painted items and visually inspected for any defects and proper coverage. ● Stages all non-conforming material in the appropriate nonconforming materials area. ● Adjusts paint line speed after completion of interior white paint. ● Utilizes different protective supplies to make certain all parts delivered to the assembly lines are free of any dings/dents, scratches, and scuff marks. ● Delivers painted parts and kits to specified department or stores in designated racks. ● Hangs paint labels online as paint colors change to notify spray finishers. ● Hangs kit labels on the line to differentiate parts for appropriate kits. ● Loads all parts requiring a second or additional coat of powder paint on the conveyor at the appropriate time. ● Conducts paint test on every color change for quality control, complete daily log and tags as needed. ● Uses small hand tools such as an Orbital Sander to grind rust areas as needed. ● Uses liquid spray paint to touch up defective parts as needed. ● Coats parts with powder paint in the prescribed manner in accordance with the cosmetic acceptance criteria. ● Checks spray gun adjustments such as air/paint mixture, pressure gauges, and fluid control. ● Receives instructions on parts to be painted and fills paint hopper with specified powder as needed, matching paint number with a part number. ● Moves units or positions pieces manually or using work aids such as hand trucks or forklifts. ● Completes appropriate internal control documents. ● Troubleshoots work-related problems by using technical expertise and input from other improvements in work methods and is actively involved with all of the team activities Your responsibilities will include