Job Summary:

The Paint Prep Tech is responsible for preparation of material outside the paint booth. Prep includes taping off and covering as well as removal of any parts (with the use of hand held and pneumatic tools) sanding and washing material prior to entry into the paint booth.  Daily tasks also include movement of material through the warehouse with the use of a sit down forklift. Material to be moved ranges from 2lbs to 1000lbs. This position will be required to hang/rig material through the use of an overhead crane and hoist.  An understanding of proper lifting techniques and hoist usage will be required. This position will require some post-painting light sanding and touch up work.  Entry of material into the computer for shipment tracking and transfers along with email will require some basic computer knowledge. The Paint Prep Tech will maintain a safe and clean work area by ensuring they clean their area as needed.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Wash, prep, sand and rig material for paint booth
• Enter material into the computer.
• Move material to various locations within the warehouse.
• Ensure proper material handling to meet quality standards.
• Utilize overhead crane operation
• Operate (become certified for) a sit down forklift.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Works efficiently to achieve or exceed performance targets for velocity, quality and cost.
• Understands and follows all ISO and 5S initiatives.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve department and company goals.                 
• Provides leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.
• Complies with all safety policies, practices and procedures and reports all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience on a sit-down, counter balance truck desired. Will complete fork lift training upon hire
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic computer skills
• Willingness to learn safe operation of all lifting devices
• Ability to follow instruction on the proper preparation of material prior to and after painting
• Ability to work independently with little supervision

Location: 7229 W Wheeler Rd, Mapleton, IL 61547

Shift and Hours: 2nd Shift 2:30PM - 11:00PM

Starting Pay: $16.00/ HR + $ 1 Shift Premium

A quick commute from many local areas - Located just off route 24 at 7229 W Wheeler Rd, Mapleton, IL 61547.

• 7 minutes from downtown Pekin
• 10 minutes from downtown Bartonville
• 20 minutes from downtown Peoria
• 25 minutes from Canton

Company Information:

G&D Integrated has a rich history that dates back to the early 1880s, when freight was delivered with horse-drawn wagons. In the hundred-plus years since, the members of the O’Neill family have been proudly serving Central Illinois with a variety of transportation, freight transfer and storage services. The long term success of the organization can be tied to our focus on three key components.

• PEOPLE Our success in delivering excellent service, is supported by our dedicated employees. Looking to the future, we will continue to attract and invest in developing our employees to meet the demands of the future.
• PROCESS We are a process driven company, with the ability to work around the requirements of our customer’s production systems, while developing our own standardization to deliver excellent service. Our success in this area is recognized by our continual achievement of client awards.
• TECHNOLOGY We leverage technology to enable our people to perform more effectively and to provide a competitive advantage for our customers.