Painter - 1st Shift

Job TitleWe're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.Primary Objective Of PositionTo set up and operate paint application equipment to paint various production materials to production specifications.Shift HoursMon - Fri 6:15AM - 2:45PMJob ResponsibilitiesUse of manual and automatic spraying equipment, to apply paint to all component surfaces conveyed automatically through the powder booth.Hang materials to be spray painted onto conveyor and/or unload painted material from the conveyor.Clean and refill all powder feeding units/spraying equipment and record powder usage.Review shop packet specifications; select the correct color from the stock shelves; and apply the powder by means of manually operated powder gunUnload components and perform visual inspection to ensure complete paint coverage and quality standards have been met.Touch up minor paint defects as required.Stack completed work on pallets/hand trucks; re-identify customer orders; apply appropriate ID tag and deliver material to the next specified production department.Complies with all applicable safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions or potential safety hazards to team leader or appropriate resource.Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work area.Notifies team leader or other appropriate resource when problems arise concerning equipment, operations, materials, inventory, documentation, etc.Performs set-up duties on finishing system equipment and the safety devices in accordance with production documentation.Positions production materials and tooling and maintains proper dimensions according to print specifications.Selects and moves production materials as required.Performs other sanding and tacking as required.Maintains production equipment and materials necessary to complete the operation.Performs work in a timely manner to ensure production schedules are met.Ensures that products and systems meet nVent's quality specifications.Performs transactions necessary to maintain accurate records and inventory balances.Performs other work as assigned or as needed.Participate actively as a team member to achieve continuous improvement through lean activities to meet both internal and external customer needs with regard to safety, quality, delivery, cost and cash. Participate in events to implement lean methods and reduce waste in all aspects of the process.Job CriteriaHigh School Diploma or GEDPowder coat painting experienceKnowledge of powder coat painting in manufacturing environmentAbility to adapt to rapidly changing business circumstance and have the ability to thrive in a constantly changing business environment.Skill to utilize the following machines and tools:Material handling equipment: pallet jack, lift tables, wheeled carts, etc.Safety equipment: safety glasses, hearing protection, protective clothing, etc.Hand tools: pliers, hammer, wrenches, sockets, files, screw drivers, etc.Measurement tools: calipers, scales, go / no-go gauges, etc.FixturesComputersWe HaveA dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every daynVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at to strengthen communities where our employees live and workWe encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwideThrough our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate moneyCore values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:Innovative & adaptableDedicated to absolute integrityFocused on the customer firstRespectful and team orientedOptimistic and energizingAccountable for performanceBenefits to support the lives of our employeesPay Transparency nVent's pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee's work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply. Compensation Range:$14.80 - $27.50 Per HourDepending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.Benefit OverviewAt nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.