Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products, and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, and hand tools. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our nearly seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercise environmental stewardship, and enhance the wellbeing of our communities. How will you power what’s possible?
Compensation Data
$14.98/hr
Location: Houston, TX
Shift: 6am-2:30pm (1st shift)
Job Description
Conducts activities in the powder coat painting process. Set up, operate, or tend machines to coat or paint any of a wide variety of products, mostly steel and aluminum, with paint, powder, or rust-proofing materials. Prep materials for the painting process, move materials- including loading and unloading the line, troubleshooting run issues, and moving pallets of materials are included.
*Essential Duties and Responsibilities *
Observe machine gauges and equipment operation to detect defects or deviations from standards, and make adjustments as necessary.
Determine paint flow, viscosity, and coating quality by performing visual inspections, or by using viscometers.
Weigh or measure chemicals, coatings, or paints before adding them to machines.
Select appropriate coatings, paints, or sprays, or prepare them by mixing substances according to formulas, using automated paint mixing equipment.
Load and unload the line.
Clean and prep materials to be painted.
Promote and support the maintenance of a safe, accident-free, and healthy work environment.
Recognize defective parts and ensure quality standards and customer specifications are met.
Clean machines, related equipment, and work areas using water, solvents, and other cleaning aids
Sort and prepare hooks, racks, and fixtures for burn-off.
Perform color changes.
Maintain run time and production records.
*Qualifications*
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 2-3 Years in Manufacturing environment
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position.
• Must pass a Respirator fit test
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to demonstrate required Competencies

*Physical Demands *The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to use hands and fingers to handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Benefits We Offer:

• 401k Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Identity Theft Plans
• Retirement & Pension Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Location: 7514 Alabonson Rd, Houston, TX 77088, USA

Pay: From $17.40 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to commute to 7514 Alabonson Rd, Houston TX?
• Are you willing to start at $17.40/hr?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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