Painter I

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Job Summary: A professional to perform painting production processes, including surface preparation, paint mixing, primer application, and touch-ups, following quality, productivity, and safety guidelines. Key Highlights: 1. Perform painting and touch-up production processes 2. Prepare parts and mix paints according to specifications 3. Ensure quality and safety in painting activities **Job Description** **This position requires on-site work in Contagem \- MG** It’s not just about your career or your job title… it’s about who you are and the impact you’ll have on the world. Whether for us or for our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we expand the Possible and continuously seek ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you’re constantly pursuing growth, you’re in good company. We’re revolutionizing how the world moves for future generations—and we want someone ready to move with us. **Who Are We?** Wabtec Corporation is a global leader in equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail, as well as for mining, maritime, and industrial markets. Drawing upon nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown into One Wabtec—offering unparalleled digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling digital rail transportation and \-transit ecosystems. Wabtec focuses on performance that drives progress and enhances our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and durable transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners, obsessed with improving things to deliver exceptional results. Wabtec employs approximately 27,000 people across facilities worldwide. Visit our website to learn more! **What Is Your Role?** Execute painting production processes (*primer*, basic painting on non-visible parts, and touch-ups), in accordance with company-established quality, productivity, service, cost, safety, health, and environmental guidelines and metrics. **DETAILED DESCRIPTION** * Organize and prepare the workplace according to the activity to be performed, following process instructions and *EHS* guidelines. * Request required chemicals, raw materials, and resources per production schedule activities. * Prepare parts for painting by cleaning surfaces, sanding, applying filler, and masking areas not to be painted. * Mix and prepare *primer*, base coats, oils, thinners, catalysts, and/or paints to be used, ensuring compliance with established technical standards and specifications. * Apply *primer* and perform basic painting on non-visible parts, as well as general touch-ups when needed, to correct appearance-related defects in the product. * Apply sealing components and assemble parts onto rotating equipment, and prepare and package parts and products per process instructions, notifying leadership regarding shipping arrangements. * Operate overhead cranes and hoists with push-button control systems, adjusting load volume to equipment capacity for moving loads along the production line, when required. * Monitor and verify completed tasks, identifying and reporting deviations from production plans, equipment or instrument issues, to leadership for correction. * Complete daily process and quality control reports, as well as production logging, per Manufacturing department requirements. * Ensure proper use, preservation, maintenance, and optimization of company assets, and maintain workplace cleanliness and organization. * Comply with company integrity and *Compliance* guidelines, as well as *EHS* standards and procedures. **Benefits** At Wabtec, people come first. That’s why we ensure our employees feel valued and equipped with the tools necessary to thrive. By joining us, you’ll gain access to a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and development. Here’s what we offer to help you feel like part of a company that supports your professional and personal journey: * Medical assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children) * Dental assistance extendable to dependents (spouse and children) * Profit and results sharing * Private pension plan * Meal allowance policy aligned with local regulations * Life insurance * Employee Assistance Program: psychological, legal, financial, and social assistance * Headspace – mental wellness app * Christmas card or basket for employees, per local regulation * Christmas gift for children up to 11 years old * Extended maternity leave * Pregnancy and Baby Program * Language learning incentive policy * Mentoring programs and access to training platforms * Wellhub Pharmacy allowance * **A strong candidate has been identified, but all interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.** **By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge that the information you provide may be shared with third-party vendors supporting our recruitment and selection process, while maintaining information security and confidentiality.** **Additional Information** **What could you achieve in an environment that truly puts People First?** At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job—it’s about the impact you make. When our people unite, we Expand the Possible, constantly improving what we do and how we do it—for our customers and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the right place for you. **Who Are We?** Wabtec is a global leader in equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail sectors. With over 150 years of experience, we lead in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether in freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industry, or maritime sectors, our expertise, technologies, and people—working together—are accelerating the future of transportation. Rooted in the legacies of George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has consistently developed technologies and implemented solutions across essential industries, meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. With approximately 30\.000 employees worldwide, we deliver performance that moves the world forward. We are continuous learners, passionate about evolving ever further. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com **Our culture drives us and opens possibilities.** We believe the best ideas emerge from diverse experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we work every day to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion, and your unique perspective drive progress. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value talent from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities—including race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, and any other characteristic that makes you who you are. Need accommodations? Just let us know—we’re here for you.