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Position Overview:

Our Traction Drives business in Alpharetta, GA, is looking to hire an Industrial Painter to operate and monitor painting machines to paint surfaces of equipment (rail gears/motor casings). We ensure that standards are met and may need to work directly with supervisors or engineers to resolve any production issues.

Shift: 5:30pm – 4:00am (2-3 months of training will be on 1^st shift which is 6:30am – 5pm)

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Mix paints to match specifications, stirring or thinning paints, and using spatulas or power mixing equipment.
• Appropriately dispose of hazardous waste.
• Remove grease, dirt, paint, or rust from vehicle surfaces in preparation for paint application, using abrasives, solvents, brushes, blowtorches, washing tanks, or sandblasters.
• Monitor painting operations to identify flaws, such as blisters or streaks, and correct their causes.
• Remove accessories from equipment and mask surfaces with tape or paper to protect them from paint as required.
• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers or power equipment using solvents, wire brushes, and cloths.
• Conduct 6S audits and safety walks.

To thrive in this role, you have:

• HS diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years experience in painting similar materials
• Must be able to pass a basic painting skills test successfully
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, and their applications.
• Knowledge of environmental health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of product, quality standards, and assembly procedures.
• Basic knowledge of computer software applications.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for improving the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Use machines, power, and hand tools, including their designs, repair, and operator-level maintenance. This equipment will include exhaust units, respirators, robotic paint equipment, cranes, and hoist equipment
• Lean Manufacturing – Knowledge of basic lean principles and techniques for optimizing processes and eliminating waste.

Why you'll love working for Siemens!

• Freedom and healthy work-life balance– Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1!
• We believe that each member of our team is accountable for making decisions, solving problems, and taking actions that contribute to long-term impact and financial success.
• We do the right thing. We stand for green innovations and meaningful solutions with impact on customers, ecosystem partners, society, and environment.
• We are frontrunners in digitalization and building platforms. Therefore, we are hiring ambitious forward-thinkers who want to have a real impact.
• Solve the world's most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning. We operate daily with a growth mindset - that's why Siemens consistently ranks on the Fortune World's Most Admired Companies list!
• Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html. The base rate range for this position in Georgia is $18.52/hr - $25.56/hr. The salary may be higher or lower depending on the budget and the candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.