Auto Body Prepper: Precision Sanding & Masking Expert

Cox Automotive Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 2,800 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Manheim is seeking a Body Shop Prepper to prepare repaired and primed panels for painting. You will inspect panels, replace defective parts, mask areas for sanding, and complete repair documentation. This production-based role offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus for new hires and a Monday–Friday day shift.

Requires 3+ years in body shop prep or related work and a valid driver’s license. Must be able to operate vehicles with both manual and automatic transmissions and meet Cox Automotive Mobility

Qualifications

• 3+ years of body shop or prepping experience.
• Ability to drive vehicles with manual and automatic transmissions.
• Valid driver's license and meet Cox Automotive Mobility driving standards.
• Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Inspect repaired and primed auto panels for proper body repairs and primer application.
• Replace or restore defective panels and other car components.
• Review repair orders or tracking labels.
• Mask and protect adjacent panels from scratches or damage before final sanding.
• Prepare properly repaired and primed panels using abrasives, power tools and hand tools.
• Avoid over-sanding or under-sanding refinish panels.
• Finish all repairs in accordance with repair order.
• Complete and submit the completed repair documentation.
• Clean and remove all dust and other particles from the repair/refinish panels.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your manager or supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Vehicle operation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Manheim is seeking a Body Shop Prepper to prepare repaired and primed panels for painting. You will inspect panels, replace defective parts, mask areas for sanding, and complete repair documentation. This production-based role offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus for new hires and a Monday–Friday day shift.

Requires 3+ years in body shop prep or related work and a valid driver’s license. Must be able to operate vehicles with both manual and automatic transmissions and meet Cox Automotive Mobility