Company Description Canadian Tool & Die Ltd., founded in 1947 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, is a leading North American manufacturer of hubs, spindles, wheels, hitches, and welded hydraulic cylinders. The company serves world-class original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the agricultural, construction, mining, and oil & gas industries around the globe. Canadian Tool & Die has built a strong reputation for quality, dependability, and cost-effective solutions through maintaining rigid quality standards at every stage of production. With more than 65 years of experience, the CTD Group offers a stable, growth-oriented environment for individuals interested in advanced manufacturing. Team members contribute directly to products used in demanding, real-world applications across multiple industries.
Role Description The Painter is responsible for tending to and operating machines that spray/coat products with paint. The Painter will be responsible for ensuring that all parts are sprayed to a consistently high quality in a fast-paced manufacturing atmosphere. Responsibilities will include selecting or mixing the appropriate paint and reading and interpreting blueprints. In the course of his/her duties, the Painter will inspect surfaces for contamination prior to coating as well as completions of all previous operations. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
Main Duties:
- Operate hand-held spray guns to spray paint or coat large items with protective coatings.
- Prepare and apply decals and other items to customer specifications on the finished product.
- Read and interpret blueprints.
- Inspect surfaces for contamination as well completion of all previous operations prior to application of paint.
- Mark, record and report defects.
- Apply high performance protective coatings to metal surfaces, fabricated parts, and assemblies.
- Knowledge of chemical application techniques.
- Selecting and mixing the appropriate paint.
- Paint small items and apply touch-ups using paint brushes or spray cans.
- Clean and maintain painting and coating guns, ventilation, wash booth and personal protective equipment.
- Comply with company policies and safe work procedures.
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications
- Experience using a spray gun or experience with powder paint systems.
- Ability to work independently.
- Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, with an ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Must be able to distinguish colors.
- Critical eye for identifying defects.
- Commitment to quality and safety.
- Ability to interpret work orders, basic drawings, and specifications related to paint requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards and consistent workmanship.
- Understanding of workplace safety practices, including safe handling of chemicals and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and work in a production environment.
