Arrowhead Winch engineers and manufactures industrial winch, hoist and drive systems under the BRADEN, CARCO and Gearmatic brand names in Broken Arrow and Okmulgee, Oklahoma. We are seeking a talented individual to join our Broken Arrow Team as Industrial Painter on 2nd shift. Hours are Monday - Friday 3:00p.m. - 11:00p.m with occasional overtime. Benefits include 401K, IAMA Pension Plan, medical, dental and vision plans; paid short- and long-term disability program; paid life insurance; and paid holidays, and vacation time. Our work environments are clean, climate controlled and safe. Arrowhead Winch does require applicants to complete a background check, drug test, and pre-employment physical as a condition of employment. Our goal is for all employees to work safely without injury while maintaining the highest safety standards in compliance with company policies.

INDUSTRIAL PAINTER - Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Calibrate titration on cabinet washer and operate washer to clean product prior to paint
• Determine if material is prepared for paint process
• Communicate with Manufacturing Engineering Department if material is not paint ready
• Prep paint area prior to painting
• Set-up/blast with sand, shot or grit
• Strip and prepare various surfaces for painting
• Interpret sandblasting related work orders to plan materials, tools, and techniques needed for completion of work
• Mix paint to proper ratio as determined by supplier
• Paint various products at various angles using airless systems, cup guns, and paint tanks
• Read blueprints to determine specified paint color
• Use hoists and lifts to lifts to position and move product
• Use computer to document completion of unit
• Housekeeping in paint area, including taking apart and cleaning paint gun
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of all hazardous and non-hazardous waste used
• Review all work performed to ensure compliance with all safety standards
• Knowledgeable on safety practices relating to ventilation of confined spaces
• Must be able to tape and mask off areas for non-blast area protection
• Must be able to pass required safety checks
• Daily visual inspections of area safety equipment
• Participate improvements to enhance productivity product quality
• Must actively demonstrate good housekeeping practices
• And other duties as assigned

INDUSTRIAL PAINTER - Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must be able to follow all verbal or written work instruction, operations, and procedures
• Have the ability to use a variety of pneumatic paint guns and precision instruments (paint thickness tester, air flow meter, gloss meter)
• Must be capable of reading and understanding blueprints
• Ability to recognize irregularities of finish
• Understand the variety of paints, their proper mix ratios and dry times
• Ability to use material handling equipment (Floor jack and stand-up forklift, etc.) to pull and position parts and materials necessary to perform your assigned tasks
• Ability to work around a variety of chemicals including but not limited to paints, solvents, soaps, and catalysts.
• Basic computer skills required for production management systems.

INDUSTRIAL PAINTER - Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must have good hand eye coordination and hand dexterity.
• Must be physically able to use hand tools and power tools frequently.
• Must be able to frequently reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to stand and walk on concrete floors for 8 to10 hours per day.
• Must be able to frequently bend and squat.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to apply 65 pounds of push/pull force.
• Must be comfortable with frequent exposure to greases, oils, solvents, and surface coatings.
• Must be capable of safely working with and around heavy machinery and equipment.
• Must be able to see clearly and follow written instructions.
• Must be able to communicate clearly.

Arrowhead provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, military and/or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. If accommodation required, contact HR at 918-259-3259.