Painter

Southworth Products Inc., located in Manila, AR, has immediate openings for experienced Painters for Weekdays - M-TH 6a-4:30pm, Weekends - F-Su 6a-6:30p, and Night Shift M-TH 4:30p-3:00am.

Southworth is the world’s largest manufacturer of ergonomic material handling equipment for vertical lifting and work positioning. Our products are designed to improve worker productivity while reducing the potential for worker injuries. Anywhere that workers are lifting and positioning items, handling pallets, working with parts in containers or transporting loads in a factory or warehouse, Southworth has a product to make the job faster, safer, and easier.

We offer a competitive compensation & benefit package, and a fun engaged workforce!

As a Painter in our facility, your primary responsibility is to apply paint and other coatings to various types of manufacturing machinery and equipment. Your work will contribute directly to the appearance, longevity, and functionality of these machines.

Primary Functions:

• Surface Preparation: Prepare surfaces of machinery for painting by cleaning, sanding, masking, and applying primers as needed
• Paint Application: Apply paint and coatings using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment according to specifications and industry standards
• Color Matching: Mix paint to match specified colors and ensure consistency throughout the painting process
• Quality Control: Inspect painted surfaces to ensure they meet quality standards, including proper coverage, smoothness, and adhesion
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain painting equipment and tools in good working condition, including cleaning, calibrating, and performing routine maintenance tasks
• Safety Compliance: Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to hazardous material handling procedures
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of materials used, work performed, and any issues encountered during the painting process
• Collaboration: Coordinate with other members of the manufacturing team, including engineers, technicians, and production managers, to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of painting tasks
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings related to painting operations, and contribute ideas for enhancing product quality and efficiency
• Training: Stay updated on new painting techniques, materials, and equipment through training programs and self-directed learning to enhance skills and knowledge in the field

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience as a painter in a manufacturing or industrial setting is preferred

• Understanding of painting techniques, materials, and equipment used in industrial applications
• Proficiency in surface preparation, paint mixing, and application methods, with attention to detail and quality
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and work in various environmental conditions
• Commitment to following safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and convey information clearly and accurately
• Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and work schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Certification in painting or industrial coatings may be beneficial but is not always required, depending on the employer's preferences

The Painter plays a crucial role in ensuring that machinery and equipment are not only visually appealing but also protected from corrosion and wear, contributing to the overall efficiency and longevity of manufacturing operations.

SIGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer: You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

We’re only hiring those authorized to work in the United States. We do not currently sponsor immigration visas.

SIGI does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of SIGI.