The Paint Specialist - 2 works as part of a team performing multiple duties for the production of painted products.  The Paint Specialist’s assigned team and tasks will vary based on business necessity. 

 

PELLA CORPORATION REQUIREMENTS: 

Pass drug screen 

Pass pre-work ability screen required  

Pass pre-work vision screen 

Pass color acuity test if tasks involve working with stain 

High school diploma or equivalency 

Pass pre-employment tests 

Work in a team environment with the ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner 

 

ENVIRONMENT: 

Noise level requires hearing protection in designated areas 

Seasonal high temperatures and humidity 

Work with hazardous materials 

Clothing spoilage may occur 

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures 

Regular/dependable attendance required  

Flexibility of work hours including overtime 

Able to work with and around moving equipment 

Operate paint equipment that requires close control and adjustment following production orders. 

Painting of wood and/or metal components and/or products. 

Maintain required records and understand paint and solvent chemistry 

 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Ability to rotate to other positions as needed 

Chemical testing and troubleshooting 

Must maintain a PIV license (essential for some positions) 

Must be able to wear a respirator (essential for some positions) 

Other duties may be assigned 

 

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 

Manufacturing experience is preferred 

Job related experience is preferred 

 

SKILLS AND TALENTS: 

Able to work with minimal supervision 

Proficient computer skills 

Read and interpret blueprints 

Decision making/Problem solving skills 

 

APPLICABLE CLASSES: 

Industrial Math 

Standard & Technical Blueprint Reading 

Measurement Technology 

Quality Technology 

Paint Technology 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Lift up to 60 lbs. at waist level and up to 30 lbs. at shoulder level up to an occasional basis when moving products 

Push or pull with up to 70 lbs. of force up to an occasional basis when moving products 

Generate up to 65 lbs. of grip strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products 

Generate up to 15 lbs. of pinch strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products 

Display average coordination with both hands up to a continuous basis while performing job tasks 

Perform elevated work up to an occasional basis when handling products 

Stoop, kneel or squat up to an occasional basis when handling products 

Reach forward and to the side up to a frequent basis when handling products 

Stand up to a continuous basis and walk up to a frequent basis during the course of each shift 

Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per day 

Benefits Include: Approximately two non-work Saturdays/month No required Saturdays for 2nd & 3rd Shift only Annual service bonus Profit Sharing 401(k) Retirement Program Medical and dental insurance Paid holidays and vacation Requirements: Pass the color acuity test, in addition to other pre-employment screening Operate paint equipment that requires close control and adjustment following production orders. Painting of wood and/or metal components and/or products. Maintain required quality records and understand paint and solvent chemistry