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Rolls-Royce Painter in Aiken, South Carolina

Job Description

• Select paint according to engine build book

• Mix water-based paints to match MTU viscosity specifications, including mixing requirements for

polyurethane (Delfleet) paint, hardener & thinner

• Use manual or power mixing equipment (based on standard)

• Adjust nozzles and air pressure to the standard for each particular paint in order to meet the proper

paint flow and coating thickness

• Monitor painting operations in order to identify flaws such as orange peel, dry spray and runs as to

meet MTU standards

• Strong ability to troubleshoot paint applications and match or detect differences between colors,

including shades of color and brightness

• Disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers and paint pots using solvents, wire brushes, and cloths

for cleaning duties

• Spray prepared surfaces with primer and/or topcoat finish coatings

• Dispose of hazardous waste associated with the paint process in an appropriate manner according to

MTU specifications

• Install accessories on the engines according to the engine build book

• Use electronic torque wrenches to install accessories to the engine

• Mask surfaces according to MTU standards with tape, foil, bags or pre-cut stickers in order to protect

them from paint

• Position and align components for paint using hoists

• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas according to departmental

housekeeping standards

• Provide training to personnel as specified in the departmental training matrix

• Perform special projects as may be required and maintain on the job flexibility by providing support in

assembly and other production related areas

• Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED and 2 years of experience in operating painting machines and painting surfaces of transportation equipment, such as engines, automobiles, buses, trucks, trains, boats, and airplanes

• Strong knowledge of painting methods and techniques, including the ability to formulate and mix paints, operate, clean, maintain and repair (perform basic repairs) of paint equipment

• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and the ability to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations or standards

• Strong ability to keep hand and arm steady while moving the arm or while holding the arm and hand in one position

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with other employees

• Strong oral and written communication skills • Basic reading, writing and math skills

• Ability to operate large hoist systems and obtain appropriate power vehicle license (Flatbed, Hi-Lo, & Mule) when necessary

• Ability to wear a respirator as required by OSHA and work with cleaning chemicals

• Basic PC knowledge and the ability to efficiently operate a computer and/or scanning devices

• Basic understanding of Microsoft Excel

• "In order to be considered for this role, you must be a U.S. Citizen or a U.S. Resident".

Preferred:

• Two years in a mechanical or automotive paint trade

• Knowledge of MTU products, policies, and procedures

• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required

Work Conditions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Daily work is performed in a durable goods manufacturing environment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and stand; sit, use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, parts, or controls reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to balance and climb; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently 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 vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee may also be exposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable.

Job Posting Date

09 Apr 2025; 00:04

Pay Range

$22.89 - $34.33-Hourly

Location:

Graniteville, SC

Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, and employment type.

The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically-advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.

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