Paint Department - Float Shift Personnel

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

L&M Radiator, Inc. is a global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of MESABI cooling and heat transfer solutions that are custom-made for heavy equipment in the mining, oil, gas, construction and heavy industrial industries. We are looking for an individual to join our paint team. This position will work directly with other painters and paint supervisor on a daily basis to ensure production goals are met.

This position is a flexible part time position from 12:00pm to 5:00pm or 2pm to 7pm, Monday through Friday. More hours possible depending on production needs.

How will you make a difference?

As a member of the Paint Department, you will be responsible for supporting the finishing process by prepping parts, assisting painters, and ensuring products meet customer specifications. You’ll help maintain a clean and safe work environment, manage paint supplies, and follow detailed procedures to uphold quality standards. This role supports painters, supervisor, and quality control teams by ensuring smooth daily operations and timely communication of inventory needs. You’ll report directly to the Paint Supervisor regularly to keep production running efficiently.

What do we want to know about you?

We’re looking for individuals who are dependable, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a fast-paced manufacturing environment. To be successful in this role, you should meet the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Ability to pass a pre-employment written math test, physical, drug screening, and background check.
• General computer skills for looking up specifications, job orders, and clocking in.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both written and verbal.

What will your typical day look like?

As a Paint Assistant, your day will be hands-on and fast-paced, supporting the paint department in delivering high-quality products. You’ll work closely with painters and other team members to ensure smooth operations and consistent results.

• Prep parts for painting according to customer specifications.
• Assist painters with applying primer, base coats, and finish coats.
• Touch up painted areas to meet quality standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area throughout the shift.
• Monitor and manage paint supplies, filters, and equipment.
• Communicate inventory needs and report issues to the supervisor.
• Follow specific procedures (SP) for customer products.
• Support other areas of production as needed, if qualified.

What about the physical demands of the job?

This role requires physical stamina and attention to detail in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll be expected to:

• Stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Observe small writing, labels, and detailed specifications.
• Lift, carry, and move materials as needed.
• Perform repetitive tasks with hands and arms, requiring manual dexterity.
• Wear required PPE, including safety-toed footwear, hearing & eye protection, gloves, and protective uniforms.
• Communicate clearly with team members through talking and hearing in a noisy environment.

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required for Entry Level:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Willingness to learn new tasks.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Manual dexterity based on past experience.
• General computer skills for looking up specifications, job orders, and clocking in.
• Physical strength sufficient to perform job duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to understand and carry out simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment written math test, physical, drug screening, and background check.

Minimum Qualifications for Application:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of experience in manufacturing or similar field.
• Knowledge of Epicor or similar ERP system
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing.

The hourly range for this role is between $18.00 - $26.00. The actual hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.