Join Pella Corporation in Ladysmith, WI as a Painter - 3, working on a production team to paint wood/metal components and finished products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll operate and adjust paint equipment to meet production orders while maintaining safety, quality, and recordkeeping standards. Standout perk: starting pay is $19.25/hr with scheduled increases at 90 days and 6 months.
- $19.25/hr starting pay
- Pay increases at 90 days
- 1st shift Monday–Thursday schedule
The Painter - 3 works as part of a team performing multiple duties related to the production of painted products. Assigned tasks and teams will vary based on business needs.
Starting pay at $19.25/hr.
Plus, receive pay increases at 90 days and 6 months.
Typical schedule 1st Shift Monday - Thursday 6:00 am - 3:30 pm with Friday overtime as needed.
Responsibilities
- Operate paint equipment requiring close control and adjustment according to production orders.
- Paint wood and/or metal components and finished products.
- Maintain required records and understand paint and solvent chemistry.
- Perform preventative maintenance per established schedules and maintain good housekeeping.
- Demonstrate flexibility in work hours, including overtime as needed.
- Comply with all safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures.
- Rotate to other positions as needed and perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Ability to interpret and follow production orders.
- Familiarity with paint technology and quality standards.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Problem-solving, adaptability, and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively and communicate respectfully in a team setting.
Environment
- Fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to work around and frequent interaction with moving equipment and machinery.
- Exposure to seasonal temperature and humidity changes.
- Personal Protective Equipment required in designated areas.
Education / Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Manufacturing experience preferred.
- Related experience preferred.
- Ability to pass pre-employment screenings.
- Training timeline for this position is up to 8 weeks.
Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 100 lbs. at waist level and up to 70 lbs. at shoulder level occasionally.
- Push or pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
- Generate up to 100 lbs. of grip strength and 20 lbs. of pinch strength occasionally.
- Perform repetitive tasks for up to 12 hours per day.
- Stand continuously and walk frequently during shifts.
- Stoop, kneel, squat, and reach forward or sideways as needed.
- Perform occasional elevated work when handling products.
- Display average coordination with both hands continuously.
- May be required to pass color acuity test if tasks involve working with stain.