Paint Assistant

**About us**

Eastside Industrial Coatings & Composites is a small business in Winnipeg, MB. We are supportive, agile and fast-paced.

Our work environment includes:

- Relaxed atmosphere
- Regular social events
- Safe work environment

**POSITION PURPOSE**

This position will be responsible for mixing paint based on orders scheduled for the shift, inspecting and preparing components of various substrates such as metal, plastic and fiberglass along with general maintenance and cleaning of equipment. Both loading / loading and cleaning is required to be performed for this position. This job is for a reliable, hard working individual that has a high level of attention to detail with the ability to work independently and efficiently while being focused on Safety and Continuous improvement aspects.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Working in a safe manner and following all safety rules.
- Working with a painter, load and unload paint booths, mix paint when required
- Load and unload components from paint racks
- Perform specified cleaning process on components prior to paint
- Inspect product before and after coatings applied to ensure quality expectations met.
- Ensure the flow of work orders is maintained as directed by following schedule and proper staging of jobs.
- Complete assigned work within given timeframe and according to specifications.
- Keep all work areas, spray equipment, Spray Booths including staging area clean and organized.
- Maintain all quality standards in accordance with the specifications for each job in order to meet customer requirements.
- Performs additional duties as deemed necessary.
- Takes initiative and is a self starter.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple duties/projects at one time, work independently with mínimal supervision, and resolve conflict in a professional manner.
- Maintains open communication and a team-oriented work environment with all departments and all levels of personnel
- Demonstrates flexibility and professionalism throughout the day.
- Adhere to all start / end times including break and lunch schedules.
- Willingness to work in other areas of the facility as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE / REQUIRED SKILLS**
- Preferred: High school diploma or GED from an accredited school system or program
- Preferred: 6 months of manufacturing or automotive repair shop experience
- Possess knowledge of and ability to identify and work with components and paint material / equipment
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Comfortable with repetitive tasks
- Position requires physical requirements including lifting, pushing/pulling, lifting, bending/stretching and standing.

**BENEFITS**
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

**COVID-19 considerations**:
Eastside ensures all protocols are followed for the safety of our employees, their families and our customers.
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
- Social distancing guidelines in place

**Benefits**:

- Life insurance
- Dental care
- Extended health care

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $16.00-$18.00 per hour

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift

Application question(s):

- As there is no transit service in this area, do you have your own transportation?

**Experience**:

- Manufacturing: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 (preferred)