Surface Prep Operator

IPS - RMB Products is seeking an Surface Prep Operator who is responsible for preparing surfaces for the next operation including paint.

About IPS: Integrated Polymer Solutions (IPS) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and engineered components, specializing in high-value end markets such as aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductors, robotics, energy, and industrial applications. IPS is comprised of 10 highly respected brands, each recognized for their expertise and innovation: AkroFire, ABBA Roller, Icon Aerospace Technology, IRP Medical, MAST Technologies, Northern Engineering Sheffield (NES), Rubbercraft , Swift Textile Metalizing (STM), RMB Products, and SPIRA Manufacturing.

Our extensive product portfolio includes elastomeric seals, gaskets, tooling, hoses, ablatives, survivability tiles, coatings and tapes, EMI and thermal shielding, electrically conductive metalized fabrics, and encapsulated O-rings—all designed to meet the most demanding performance requirements in mission-critical applications.

Job Accountabilities:

• Cleans and prepares surfaces to be painted or lined primarily by surface blasting

• Responsible for masking off areas that will be paint-free and areas that do not require surface preparation

• Performs incidental duties such as hanging pipe, crane operation, forklift operation, and other duties as assigned by Chemical Production Supervisor

• Maintain work areas per the 5S Methodology

• Complete daily and weekly preventative maintenance forms

• Utilizes the proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Job Specifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent

Years’ Experience: 0-1 years of relevant experience

Skills:

• Experience as a surface prep operator or equivalent combination of training and experience preferred
• Experience of proper methods of preparing various surfaces for painting and finishing preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions and customer provided specifications

• Ability to communicate both written and orally in the English Language
• Ability to understand and follow instructions given out orally and in writing by the Chemical Production Supervisor or customer expectations
• Requires great attention to detail
• Ability to meet workmanship standards
• Current and active Forklift certification
• Current and active Crane and Rigging certification
• Certified for use of Respirators

Benefits:

At Integrated Polymer Solutions, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

IPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires using information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

(Actual placement within the salary range is dependent on multiple factors, including but not limited to skills, education, experience and location)