Paint Prepper

Aerotek; Milton; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Job Prepper in Milton, ON to prepare vehicle and industrial surfaces for painting in a clean, well-lit paint booth. You will sand, degrease, mask, and prime surfaces, inspect for imperfections, and perform basic repairs to ensure a high-quality finish.

This contract-to-hire role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, working 7:30am–4:30pm onsite, with a pay range of $19.00–$20.00 per hour. Join a collaborative team focused on production schedules and quality standards in Milton,

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Experience performing general labour tasks in an industrial or production setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle and industrial surfaces by sanding, cleaning, and degreasing to remove old paint, rust, and other imperfections.
• Apply masking tape and paper to protect areas that should not be painted, ensuring clean lines and accurate coverage.
• Apply primer or undercoat to prepared surfaces to promote proper paint adhesion and long-lasting finishes.
• Inspect surfaces for damage, imperfections, cracks, and dents prior to painting and perform basic repairs using appropriate fillers and materials.
• Operate sanding tools, spray equipment, and other painting-related tools in a safe and efficient manner.
• Support industrial painting and automotive painting processes by ensuring all surfaces are properly prepped and ready for finishing.
• Follow all safety procedures, including the correct use of personal protective equipment such as coverall suits and masks.
• Handle general labour tasks related to the paint booth and production area as required.
• Assist with machine operating tasks associated with the paint preparation and finishing process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including tools, equipment, and the paint booth.
• Lift and move materials and components weighing up to 50 lbs as part of daily duties.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and quality standards.

Skills

Labour experience

Lift 50 lbs

Job description

Job Title: Job Prepper

Job Description

The job prepper prepares vehicle and industrial surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, masking, and priming to ensure a high-quality finish. This role works in a clean, well-lit paint booth environment and supports the painting process by carefully inspecting and repairing surfaces before final coating.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle and industrial surfaces by sanding, cleaning, and degreasing to remove old paint, rust, and other imperfections.




• Apply masking tape and paper to protect areas that should not be painted, ensuring clean lines and accurate coverage.




• Apply primer or undercoat to prepared surfaces to promote proper paint adhesion and long-lasting finishes.




• Inspect surfaces for damage, imperfections, cracks, and dents prior to painting and perform basic repairs using appropriate fillers and materials.




• Operate sanding tools, spray equipment, and other painting-related tools in a safe and efficient manner.




• Support industrial painting and automotive painting processes by ensuring all surfaces are properly prepped and ready for finishing.




• Follow all safety procedures, including the correct use of personal protective equipment such as coverall suits and masks.




• Handle general labour tasks related to the paint booth and production area as required.




• Assist with machine operating tasks associated with the paint preparation and finishing process.




• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including tools, equipment, and the paint booth.




• Lift and move materials and components weighing up to 50 lbs as part of daily duties.




• Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.




• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.




• Experience performing general labour tasks in an industrial or production setting.

Additional Details

• Pay: $20/hour




• Location: Steeles and Ontario in Milton




• Shift: 7:30am to 4:30pm

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MILTON, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in MILTON,ON.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.