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Painter/Abrasive Blaster
Railcar Repair - Decatur, IL
This is a full-time, hourly level position.
Shift(s) Available: Night shift; Sun - Wed 8:30p - 6a, Thurs 6p - 2:30a. Will train on 1st shift.
Opportunity to move to Day Shift once seniority is obtained.
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Why Join? 

• Weekly Pay
• Benefits Start First Day  
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• On-site 24/7 FREE medical care facility 
• Health and Wellness Incentives
• Membership to ADM Wellness Center (Gym membership) 
• Paid Vacation and Holidays  
• 401K/ESOP, pension with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) matching contributions 
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) 
• Short & Long-Term Disability  
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees,' Spouse and Children 
• Parental leave (paternity/maternity) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Tuition Assistance
• Advancement Opportunities  
• Perks at work (discount program with several companies) 

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Painter/Blaster to perform surface preparation and coating application on railcars undergoing recertification. This role involves blasting surfaces to remove old coatings, applying new paint and inner lining coatings, affixing identification markings, and maneuvering railcars in and out of the work area using a Trackmobile, Rail King, or other railcar mover.
Job Responsibilities:

• Surface Preparation: Perform industrial abrasive blasting to remove old paint, rust, and contaminants, ensuring proper coating adhesion.
• Painting & Coating: Apply primer, paint, and specialized inner lining coatings using spray systems and other application methods.
• Detailing & Labeling: Affix fresh decals, identification numbers, and regulatory markings per company and industry standards.
• Equipment Operation: Use a Trackmobile, Rail King, or other railcar mover to safely position railcars in and out of bays.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and environmental regulations related to blasting and painting operations.
• General Maintenance: Inspect and maintain blasting and painting equipment for optimal performance.
• Teamwork & Communication: Work alongside team members, inspectors, and supervisors to ensure quality work that meets recertification standards.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience in industrial abrasive blasting and painting is preferred.
• Experience in railcar maintenance or industrial coating is preferred.
• Experience operating a Trackmobile, Rail King, Shuttlewagon, or similar railcar mover is preferred.
• Forklift or heavy equipment operation experience is preferred.
• Ability to perform the tasks involved in blasting and painting railcars and pass an entry-level blasting and painting test.
• Ability to wear a respirator as required for job tasks.
• Commitment to ADM's goal of achieving a zero-injury culture; understand and follow all company safety procedures.
• Exhibit regular and prompt attendance and dependability.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to follow instructions effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while being flexible enough to collaborate in a team setting when needed.
• Maintain a professional image at all times, demonstrating a positive and respectful attitude.

On-The-Job Training Requirements:

• New colleagues will need to undergo on-the-job training to acquire skills and certifications, which will be assessed according to established standards
• Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality, and environmental training
• Participate in company planner operations training
• Equipment training may include but not limited to JLP, Forklift, Non-DOT Truck, Reach Lift, Lock Out/Tag Out, etc.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move about or to a work site by ascending/descending stairs, bending, kneeling and prolonged periods of standing and sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently 
• Ability to operate equipment or machinery that may be located at different heights; may require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights or in confined spaces 
• Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 55 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds overhead 
• Requires ability and willingness to wear respirators 
• Ability to walk up to two (2) miles during the course of a workday over uneven ground surfaces, and/or walking over Railroad tracks.

Working Conditions: 

• Ambient conditions - Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Hot or cold Temperatures, all seasonal elements, both indoors and outdoors 
• Atmosphere: Dust (Peanut - known allergen), cotton, canola seed, and odor 
• Must be able to work around noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift 
• Company provided protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves, and safety harness may be required based on task performed; employees are required to wear all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements. Employees in roles that require respirators will need to be clean shaven. 

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. 
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