Painter/ Grinder Technician

Roxtec is seeking an individual for the Painter/ Ginder Technician position based in Tulsa, OK.  This position is responsible for finishing operations, including painting, grinding, and sanding, to welded and machined assemblies. This position reports to the Fabrication Supervisor

Roxtec Inc. (www.roxtec.com) is the world’s largest manufacturer of module-based cable and pipe seals. A market leader in creativity and design, Roxtec manufactures complete sealing solutions for cable and pipe penetrations, which raise the quality, safety and flexibility in working environments. Founded in 1990, Roxtec has become one of the most rapidly growing companies of its kind, averaging 30% annual growth over the past 10 years. 

Job Summary

The Painter/ Grinder Technician is responsible for finishing operations, including painting, grinding, and sanding, to welded and machined assemblies with a focus on quality.

Essential Job Functions  

• Grinding of welds per drawing, shop orders and welder’s instructions using various grinding tools to break or smooth sharp edges of finished assemblies
• Operation of power tools including large electric and air powered grinders and large belt grinders.
• Basic inspection of welded and machined parts & assemblies to ensure quality workmanship
• Apply primer and/or paint processes as needed per shop orders and specifications including the handling, use, storage, and disposal of volatile, flammable and combustible materials. (Paint, Primer, Cleaning solvents (MEK & Acetone)
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized grinding workstation, paint booth and paint prep area
• Use proper PPE as noted in the employee handbook and as required based on the task
• Notify the responsible welder or supervisor of defects seen during course of work
• Report exact time spent at each work-center on the corresponding shop order
• Maintain shop order paperwork and turn them into the shop supervisor when work is complete
• Keep tools used with stainless steel and aluminum separate from those used on mild steel keeping them free of contamination
• Passivation of completed stainless steel assemblies using Citric Acid passivator
• Clean assemblies of excess galvanizing and repair galvanizing as needed
• Operate the forklift as needed to transport materials and parts
• Prepare surface for further finishing
• Other grinding, sanding or polishing duties as required.

Requirements

• Ability to work with minimal supervision on assigned tasks.
• Must have a strong focus on safety and quality.
• Ability to use basic measuring & inspection tools such as measuring tapes, square, calipers, go / no go gauges & radius gauges.
• Proven ability to apply primers and paints with a spray gun to specifications
• Organizational, problem solving, and follow-through skills.
• Basic ability to read mechanical (CAD) drawings.
• Good mechanical aptitude.

Education and Experience

• Completion of high school or equivalent
• English communication ability both verbal and written
• One year or more shop experience using multiple grinding and finishing tools
• Basic industrial painting experience a plus

Physical Requirements

• Required to wear PPE as needed
• Close visual acuity with or without corrective lenses
• This job is classified as “Safety Sensitive”

Physical Demands (reasonable accommodations may be made, if necessary):

Physical Abilities                                                                             Lift /Carry               

Stand - Frequently                                                                           10 lbs or less - Frequently

Walk - Frequently                                                                            11-20 lbs - Frequently            

Sit - Occasionally                                                                              21-50 lbs - Occasionally         

Climb – N/A                                                                                      over 50 lbs - N/A

Crawl - N/A                                                                                         

Squat or Kneel - Frequently                                                           Push / Pull

Bend - Frequently                                                                            10 lbs or less - Frequently

Fine Manipulation - Frequently                                                    10-20 lbs - Frequently

Reach Outward - Frequently                                                         20-50 lbs - Occasionally

Reach Above Shoulder - Occasionally                                          Over 50 lbs - N/A

Drive - Occasionally                                                                         

N/A (Not Applicable) - Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (.25 - 2.5 hrs/day)

Frequently - Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)

Benefits

In addition to our competitive compensation package, Roxtec offers the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage 
• Matching 401(k) 
• Vacation, personal time, wellness hours, paid holidays 
• Career development opportunities
• Education and tuition reimbursement programs available
• Flexible or hybrid schedules based on position

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

Roxtec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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