Industrial Painter

About the Role

We’re looking for a Painter to join our team and help take Southland Trailers to the next level. In this role, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that works together to drive innovation, quality, and success. If you’re a self-starter who loves challenges, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Prep and seal various types of trailers and trailer components.
• Prime various types of trailers and trailer components.
• Spray paint various types of trailers and trailer components.
• Move trailer frames into the paint booth for final paint via forklift and/or dollies.
• Prepare trailers for paint with filler, and sands as required.
• Maintaining technical equipment for the job and ensuring that they are in working order.
• Meet physical requirements which include lifting 50lbs+, standing for long periods, bending, stooping, reaching, and squatting.
• Communicating positively with supervisors and fellow workers
• Assisting in keeping facility clean, neat, safe, secure, and operating efficiently; Complete daily 5S requirements
• Contributing to a positive and safe working environment
• To read, understand, and comply with the Southland Trailer’s safety policy and safe work practices, procedures, and rules.
• When a problem/challenge does occur, participate in the solution.
• Verify work completion with assistant/head coach.
• Participate in Hansei meeting.
• Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned by supervisors

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1-5 years’ experience in an industrial painting environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Demonstrate basic mechanical skills and aptitude, including safe operation of hand & power tools.
• Be able to handle items weighing in excess of 35 pounds. This includes lifting
• Diligence and attention to detail.
• Be willing to identify both problems and solutions in the workplace; continuously looking for ways to improve processes and environment.
• Must have a positive attitude, be willing to accept feedback.
• Ability to work effectively and cohesively in a team-based environment.