paint technician
About this job
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Engineering technologies and engineering-related fields, other
- Chemistry, other
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Odours
- Hot
- Cold/refrigerated
- Dusty
- Noisy
Work setting
- Manufacturing and industrial plant
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Maintain laboratory equipment
- Operate laboratory apparatus
- Set up chemical experiments, tests and analyses
- Compile records for analytical studies
- MS Office
- Compile records and interpret experimental or analytical results
- Prepare solution of gas or liquid, reagents, and sample formulations
- Prepare raw materials for mixing process
- Operate mixing machine to blend plastic and other chemicals to a specific consistency and viscosity
- Operate forklift
- Mix chemicals and cements
- Mix paint to desired colour and texture
- Measure, weigh and load chemical ingredients following formulation cards
- Measure and mix chemicals required for processing
- Measure or weigh products
- Control process start-up, shut-down and troubleshooting
- Measure and dump ingredients into hoppers of mixing and grinding machines
- Mix paint, blend and match colors
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
- MS Excel
- Syspro
Manufacturing sector experience
- Paints and protective coatings
Type of industry experience
- Industrial and inorganic chemicals
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Repetitive tasks
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Ability to distinguish between colours
- Sitting
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
- Physically demanding
Weight handling
- Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Organized
- Versatility
- Proactive
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Bonus
Other benefits
- Free parking available
Market insight
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