About Oshkosh AeroTech, an Oshkosh companyOshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh AeroTech offers products that make a difference in people’s lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO®, JetAire®, JetPower®, AmpTekÔ, Jetway®, and more.SUMMARY : This position encompasses all aspects of painting products, from the start of the process through the actually painting.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Prepares product/ assemblies/ parts for finish paint (after prime).May assist in the training of new hires.May perform some prep work of surfaces before applying coatings.Mixes paints, primers, enamels, etc. in accordance with manufacture's specifications and/or the work order.Applies coatings to surfaces of the product, assemblies, or parts with various types of equipment - sprayers, airless guns, electrostatic equipment, etc.May be required to dispose or recycle paints, thinners and other chemicals and properly disposes of waste.May be required to properly identify/ tag shipping containers containing hazardous waste.May be required to clean up or assist in the clean up of hazardous materials spills throughout the plant.May be required to track and control inventory and usage of paints, and other hazardous materials.Ability to use a variety of hand tools.Complete all requirements listed in the matrix for this classification.QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the potential to 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.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE : High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or hire date prior to 5/10/96.LANGUAGE SKILLS : Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS : Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.REASONING ABILITY : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS : Works in an environment with paints and other chemicals which require the wearing of a respirator and other protective clothing. May be required to have a forklift and crane licenses.COMPUTER SKILLS : Basic knowledge of pick lists, Syteline and other programs as necessary.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; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 55 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our reception desk by phone at +1 (920) 502.3009 or our talent acquisition team by email corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com .Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
