Job Description

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS is currently seeking a Industrial Spray Painter - 2nd shift to join our team on Lincoln Ave. in Waukesha, WI!

The hourly rate for this position is $24.50 per hour + $2.50/hr shift premium.

The core hours are 3 pm - 11 pm. Overtime may exceed these hours and be mandatory at times.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

This position is offering a sign-on bonus of $2,000* paid in 2 installments, less applicable withholding .

*Bonus terms:

• Bonuses are being offered for a limited time only. Applications must be submitted on or after January 1st, 2024 to qualify.

• Bonuses are only applicable to specific job types and shifts; additional terms and conditions may apply.

• Associates must be employed at the time of the payout.

Why work at Eaton? Below are a few of the outstanding benefits we offer:

• Health benefits and vacation time - available to use on day one of your employment!

• Paid holidays - up to 12!

• Weekly pay

• Shift premiums - $2.50/hr for off shifts & Opportunities for overtime.

• Career progression opportunities to cross-train in different departments and increase compensation.

• Retirement benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Educational Assistance Program, Wellness Reimbursement, and more!

What you’ll do:

The Spray Painter sands, cleans, masks, and paints all Terra-Tran units, Power units, field returns, and fabricated components which require final finishing. All units must be painted before final inspection.

In this function, you will:

• Prepare all surfaces to be sprayed properly. This includes bare metal areas and the proper sanding, and feather edging of previously painted surfaces.

• Be knowledgeable as to what bushings and associated transformer accessories must be masked to prevent them from being painted.

• Check the Bills of Material for correct color and specified mull thickness. Record serial number of units repainted and affixes to unit for identification.

• Adjust and periodically check all pump pressures, heater temperatures, and air and fluid pressures to maintain the best possible spraying application condition.

• Paint viscosity at the beginning of the shift and at mid-shift, uses a Zahn cup and stopwatch to check paint viscosities when required.

• Check and maintain proper fluid and air pressure in pressure pots used for spraying all special colors.

• Check units with great care to ensure that no areas have been missed.

• Change filters and maintain the cleanliness of spray booth associates floor areas on a scheduled basis.

• Clean and lubricate all spray guns at the end of the shifts. Clean and maintain personal respirator on a scheduled basis.

• Procure all paints from Paint Room as needed, using hand cart and barrel truck.

• Operate 15,000 lb. electric walker to move smaller units into spray booth.

• Coordinate with crane operator all moves of large units in and out of the spray booth.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree) from an accredited institution is required.

• Previous industrial, manufacturing, or automotive spray-painting experience.

• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future

• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Waukesha, WI will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous working knowledge of industrial airless and/or air pressure painting

• Minimum of six (6) months of previous industrial spray-painting experience is preferred.

Skills:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Ability to work overtime when required.

• Ability to be certified to wear personal respirator with or without reasonable accommodations.

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