Industrial Painter

POSITION SUMMARY

Prepares and cleans products to be painted. Applies paint, varnishes and other coatings to a variety of materials and surfaces according to specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sprays surfaces of machines, manufactured products, or working area with protective or decorative material such as paint, enamel, or lacquer using a spray gun.
• Cleans grease and dirt from product using materials such as lacquer thinner, isopropyl alcohol, soap, and water.
• Applies masking tape over parts and areas that are not to be coated.
• Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce desired color according to specifications using paddle or mechanical mixer.
• Pours coating liquid into spray container and connects gun to air hose using wrenches.
• Turns sprayer valves and nozzle to regulate width and pressure of spray according to knowledge of painting technique.
• Pulls trigger and directs spray onto work surface to apply prime or finish coat.
• Coats areas inaccessible to hand sprayer using brush/
• Cleans spraying equipment and brushes with solvent.
• Uses acid, wire brush, or steel wool to remove rust from metal.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for creating a professional, safe, and clean environment evidenced by: being at work on time to perform assigned duties, following the policies of Granite State Manufacturing, always wearing safety glasses in designated areas, maintaining a neat and orderly work area, and following safety practices to prevent errors.
• Demonstrates commitment to teamwork by establishing effective relationships and networks with both managers/directors and workers, and collaborating with them to accomplish shared purposes and goals.
• Abides by GSM Code of Ethics and Business Conduct standards and strictly observes all U.S. and foreign laws and regulations.