Painter / Blaster

Job Title: Painter Blaster I 

Job Summary:

The Painter Blaster I role is responsible for painting parts for the painting of various parts for agricultural machinery.

Responsibility:

• Ability to blast and paint all Salford frames and products evenly as per Salford’s quality standards.

• Ability to train other/new employees on proper painting/blasting procedures, including equipment.

• Ensure quality standards are met with all products leaving the paint line.

• Ability to load and unload frames.

• Maintain detailed records pertaining to projects including; mil readings, paint consumption, and ambient environment readings.

• Follow all health and safety procedures as outlined in the hourly employee handbook and departmental safety procedures.

• Clean and maintain personal painting, ventilation, blast equipment and personal protective equipment.

• Take direction from assembly & paint supervisor as needed for specific products or projects.

• Other duties as assigned by production supervisor.

Academic/Educational Requirements:

• A secondary or post-secondary education diploma or equivalent

Required Skills/Experience:

• A minimum of one to two years of industrial painting in a manufacturing setting is preferred.

• Knowledge of wet paint techniques and a basic understanding of paint equipment is considered an asset.

• Work as a member of a team in a production line and collaborate with one another to resolve quality problems as needed.

• 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.

• Ability to operate overhead crane/forklift and move large parts on monorail independently.

• Experience with hand tools and power tools.

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with the assistance of a lifting device.

• Highly organized, proactive, can work independently without supervision.

• Excellent time management skills.

• Must be able to communicate effectively both written and verbal.

• Positive attitude that will be a good cultural fit is required.

• Excellent hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, attention to detail.

• Maintain clean work areas 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 Council

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

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

About Us:

At Salford Group, a Linamar Company, we are industry leaders in agricultural equipment innovation, committed to advancing farming practices through precision technology. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and customer success, we cultivate a collaborative work environment where employees can grow and make a global impact

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.