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You’ll do steady, hands-on work that prevents rework and helps the team deliver quality results. You’ll join Schenck, a Coperion brand - part of Hillenbrand in Sabetha, Kansas. We build equipment used in industrial manufacturing, and your careful prep work will help keep our products consistent, safe, and ready for the next step.\nWHAT YOU’LL DO:\nClean parts before painting using approved cleaners and tools, and follow safety rules for chemicals and waste.\n\nMask off areas that should not be painted by using tape, covers, or plugs, and keep surfaces free from dirt, oil, and dust.\n\nHang, rack, or place parts on fixtures the right way so painters can coat them evenly and safely.\n\nInstall basic parts or hardware before painting by following step-by-step work instructions.\n\nMove and stage parts or units on skids or in staging areas so the right items are ready when needed.\n\nHandle and dispose of used solvents, rags, and other materials the right way to meet environmental and plant requirements.\n\nCheck your work as you go, report problems (damage, missing parts, wrong masking, or safety hazards), and keep your area clean using 5S habits.\n\nTEAM:\nYou’ll work with paint, assembly, material handling, and quality teammates, and you’ll share updates so work moves smoothly. You’ll treat people with respect, speak up about safety or quality concerns, and help create a workplace where everyone can do good work and belong.\n\nTHE EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES NEEDED:\nHigh school diploma or GED.\n\nAbility to do hands-on work in a manufacturing or production area, including repetitive tasks.\n\nAbility to follow written work instructions and match what you’re doing to the work order.\n\nComfort using basic hand tools, tape, and masking materials, and willingness to learn new methods.\n\nAbility to work safely around chemicals and solvents, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) every day.\n\nAbility to stand, walk, bend, and lift or position parts safely during your shift.\n\nAttention to detail to keep parts clean, masked correctly, and ready for painting.\n\nBasic communication skills to ask questions, report issues, and work well with others.\n\nIf you’re interested in joining the team, submit an application to be considered.\nWho we are:\nHillenbrand (www.hillenbrand.com) is a global industrial company that provides highly engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose - Shape What Matters For Tomorrow™ - we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders.\nEEO: The policy of Hillenbrand Inc. is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status. Additionally, Hillenbrand Inc. and our operating companies are committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us @ . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. 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