Paint Line Technician I-3rd Shift

As a Production Painter at Superior Tire & Rubber Corp., your primary responsibility is to prepare and paint production parts to meet quality and scheduling standards.

You will work closely with the Finish Paint Production Coordinator and other members of the Finishing Team to ensure parts are completed accurately and on time.

All tasks must be performed in accordance with the Superior Production System (SPS), which includes ongoing training and adherence to established standards and continuous improvement practices.

Your goal is to consistently deliver high-quality painted parts that contribute to meeting on-time delivery goals, while maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.

Essential Job Functions: Paint Technician I As a Paint Technician I at Superior Tire & Rubber Corp., you begin by executing assigned paint production.

Through hands-on training, you will learn the fundamentals of blasting, painting, and packaging operations while upholding quality standards.

The primary responsibility of this role is to safely operate production equipment, assist with surface preparation and painting processes, perform basic quality checks, and execute assigned paint production while following established procedures and maintaining a clean, organized work environment.

Attend daily safety start-up meeting and monthly safety training meetingsExecute daily paint, blast and/or packaging requirements as assigned by supervisionOperate and keep in good order blasters, spray guns, paint booths, and curing ovens.Utilize the flat black and Gloss Black Paint systemsAdjust paint viscosity, air pressure, and spray patterns for optimal applicationPerform basic touch-ups and rework to meet quality standardsPack painted wheels for shipment and/or transferPerform quality checks to ensure product meet quality standardsDocument all necessary quality requirements Follow safety protocols and always wear appropriate PPEComply with all company policies, procedures, and quality standardsMaintain clean, organized work areas following 5S principles: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, SustainVOC usage documentationStack and prepare finished product for transport according to standards Paint Technician II As you advance to a Paint Technician II, you build on your foundational knowledge by taking greater ownership of painting operations during your shift.

You are responsible for consistently applying OEM finishes to specification, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring production requirements are met.

At this level, you are proficient in operating multiple paint systems and maintaining proper application techniques.

Your responsibilities focus on production execution within the paint work center, while also supporting training and mentoring other technicians.

As your technical expertise continues to grow, you may be called upon to assist with troubleshooting, process improvements, and supporting overall paint line performance.

Mix paint according to specif...