Powder Painter - 2nd shift

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The Production Painter at our Nicholasville, KY location involves working collaboratively to powder coat sheet metal for Industrial and Mobile Solutions air filtration systems in an innovative, team-oriented environment. This is a 2nd shift onsite role, with hours Monday - Thursday 3 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Role Responsibilities :

• Operates and conducts equipment changeover of production equipment as defined in operator instructions for that particular piece of equipment and department
• Knowledge of and ability to process paperwork such as scrap report, move tickets, etc.
• Ability to read, understands, and utilizes route sheets
• Must be able to operate all paint related equipment
• Responsible for labeling of all drums and paint related material
• Complies with all DOT, HAZMAT and environmental policies and procedures
• Make sure all surfaces to be painted are properly prepared before painting
• Gather parts to group by colors and establish a flow of product through the painting process
• Be able to move large/awkward items in/out of the department using forklifts and cranes
• Successfully complete annual RCRA Hazardous Waste and DOT Hazardous Material Training

While this list is representative of essential job duties, it is not an all-inclusive list of duties required to perform this role. Other duties may be assigned in order to fulfill Donaldson's mission, vision and strategic plan objectives.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Training required for hazardous waste and DOT procedures
• Operate spray paint application equipment and be quality conscious with attention to detail
• Make repairs to surfaces for recoating
• Move objects with heavy equipment (forklifts and cranes)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Perform a variety of tasks throughout the day in a fast-paced environment
• Reacts to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned
• Inventory counting and material identification

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:

Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.). Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

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