Painter

Manufacturing Inc. is committed to manufacturing the most innovative and quality storage and handling products to serve the Agricultural, Industrial, and Oil & Gas industries. Backed by over 65 years of experience, Meridian continues to break barriers in industry standards and elevate the bar higher.

We currently have an opening for a Painter at our Regina, SK location!

Reporting to the Paint Supervisor, the Painter is responsible for ensuring that all parts are painted (either powder or liquid paint) to a consistently high quality in a fast-paced manufacturing atmosphere. Responsibilities include the identification of defective products, notifying Team Managers of defective products, performing all work in a safe manner, cleaning and maintaining paint guns and equipment, ventilation, compressed air and personal protective equipment. This position requires painting parts of a variety of sizes and have the dexterity to paint larger units.

Core Competencies

• Communication
• Teamwork
• Quality Orientation
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Operating Equipment

Job Duties

• Select appropriate paint according to product specifications
• Knowledge of preparation and inspection of various surfaces so material/ product is properly prepped prior to painting
• Clean and maintain coating, ventilation, compressed air and personal protective equipment
• Mark, record and report start/end times, powder usage, defects, work order and quality control documentation
• Document supply inventory weekly
• Clean and perform preparation of work-site
• Signal maintenance to facilitate adjustment or repairs of equipment and machinery as necessary
• Notify Team Manager when supply levels are low
• Operate, read, and maintain air monitoring and other sampling devices when working in confidence spaces and/hazardous environments
• Load and unload product and parts, and distribute them to the appropriate locations, according to work procedures
• Complete all production documentation accurately.
• Verify paint thickness and finish quality using approved inspection equipment.
• Report quality concerns immediately.
• Clean and maintain spray guns, pumps, hoses, booths, reclaim systems, ovens, and associated equipment.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and promptly report maintenance issues.
• Performs related duties as needed or assigned.
• Specific to powder coating:
  • Tend to or operate equipment to clean/wipe, sand, remove corrosion, caulk or otherwise prepare items for application of paint powder
  • Operate hand-held spray guns to powder coat stationary items or items on racking systems
  • Move products into and out of the powder coating booth with power pusher and/or overhead cranes
  • Adjust electrostatic spray settings for maximum powder transfer efficiency.
  • Perform colour adjustments and booth clean-ups.
  • Oversee powder reclaim systems.

• Specific to industrial painting:
  • Use of standard industrial coatings (i.e. epoxy primer and urethane topcoat) and special protection coatings to achieve desired finish
  • Use of high- and low-pressure application equipment

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effective in English
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent preferred
• Experience as a General Assembly Laborer or Painter an asset
• Knowledge of high and low-pressure paint pump/guns an asset
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to read blueprints and other technical drawings
• Critical eye for identifying defects
• Commitment to quality and safety
• Proactive in ensuring job knowledge is current
• Respect diversity – treat others with respect
• Avoid unnecessary conflict
• Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, and the tools required in various processes
• Strong working mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedure
• Considerable knowledge of safety standards/precautions pertaining to painting and ability to read and follow SDS and TDS recommendations and requirements
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule

Working Conditions

• Job requires the ability to work with a variety of hand tools and good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required (e.g. self-contained breathable air units, safety boots, respirator, etc.)
• Regularly working near moving mechanical parts and in conditions that include heat, humidity, and exposure to dust
• Must be able to lift and manipulate objects of up to 80 lbs for 50 feet, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue and to effectively climb ladders holding necessary equipment
• Job may require working in confined spaces including repetitive arm motion below, at and above shoulder level
• Noise level is generally loud
• Excellent stamina is required
• Hazards associated with the industry

Meridian Manufacturing Inc., supports employees and candidates by providing reasonable accommodations in the workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.