Painter

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring equipment performance and adjust set-ups, calibrations, and alignments on production equipment, while assisting with operation and duties in production. Track various data associated with production equipment, report any inconsistencies, use standard repair procedures and call specialists when more serious problems occur. 

Performance Expectations

• Experience as an industrial spray painter using conventional and/or air-assisted automated painting system.

• Ability to read hazard signs, and signs regarding the use of protective equipment, such as safety glasses and gloves as well as product labels and paint codes.

• Ability to take readings on gauges, such as the gauges on electrostatic drying guns, and compare to operational standards for the gauges.

• Interact with co-workers to co-ordinate work and discuss problems. Communicate with supervisors to receive or clarify schedules and to discuss changes in work orders.

• Ability to solve problems, find inconsistencies, and decide whether pieces need to be sanded or washed before being painted. Prioritize job tasks to meet deadlines.

• Ability to work independently and work with a partner to move large pieces. Work as a member of a team in a production line and collaborate with one another to resolve quality problems as needed. 

• Use computer-operated machinery. For example, may use computer time clocks that automatically calculate time spent per job when cards are passed through scanners.

• Learn on the job and read a variety of materials to learn about new products and equipment. Take safety courses, such as training in the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and in proper use of respirators and other safety equipment as needed.

Credentials

• Some completion of secondary school or equivalent

Desired Characteristics

• Possess drive and motivation to learn continuously on the job.

• Ability to work mainly independently and in a team, setting requiring cooperation.

• Ability to interact with co-workers and supervisors to exchange information about tasks and to coordinate work.

• Partake in training related to the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), use of cleaning products and equipment.

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation

• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc. 

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Sustainability Counsel 

• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities. 

• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Skyjack

Skyjack supplies construction rental companies globally with quality engineered, simple, and reliable access and telehandler equipment. Initially started as a scissor lift manufacturer in 1985, and has grown to become a world leader in the general Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) industry. 

As a dominant player in a consistently evolving industry, Skyjack employees thrive on absorbing new information and have a thirst for continuous improvement in their professional selves. In 2002 Skyjack became a part of the Linamar Corporation and has since been able to leverage strategic partnerships and use the guidance of their parent company to rapidly change the face of the access industry. 

Every aspect of the company is deeply rooted in Skyjacks safety initiatives as this can be an extremely challenging industry. Skyjack prides itself on being simply reliable and easy to do business with. This mission extends to the relationships with customers, suppliers, and employees.

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet the full requirements for this position.­

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request