Automotive Collision Center Painter

Pat Milliken Ford, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ford dealership

Competitive pay

Team-oriented culture

Professional environment

Job summary

Pat Milliken Ford, Inc. is seeking an experienced Automotive Collision Center Painter in Redford, Michigan. You will prepare vehicles, mix colors, and apply finishes using professional spray equipment to achieve high-quality results.

We value attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork, and offer a professional shop environment with competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Previous professional automotive painting experience.
• Knowledge of collision repair refinishing techniques and paint application.
• Experience with paint mixing, color matching, and spray equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable, motivated, and committed to producing excellent results.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting, including sanding, masking, priming, and surface preparation.
• Mix and match paint colors to achieve accurate color matches.
• Apply automotive paints, primers, and clear coats using professional spray equipment.
• Inspect finished work to ensure a high‑quality finish and color consistency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Work efficiently with collision repair technicians and team members to meet deadlines.
• Follow safety procedures and paint manufacturer specifications.

Skills

Automotive painting

Color matching

Paint mixing

Spray equipment operation

Quality workmanship

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety procedures

Education

Tools

Spray equipment

Paint mixing tools

Job description

NOW: HIRING. EXPERIENCED

AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION CENTER

PAINTER

Pat Milliken Ford I Redford, Michigan

Join the Pat Milliken Ford Team!

Pat Milliken Ford is looking for an experienced Automotive Collision Center Painter to join our team! We are seeking a skilled, dependable professional who takes pride in quality workmanship, attention to detail, and delivering outstanding results.

Previous automotive painting experience is REQUIRED. We are looking for someone who understands collision repair refinishing and can produce high‑quality finishes in a professional shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting, including sanding, masking, priming, and surface preparation.
• Mix and match paint colors to achieve accurate color matches.
• Apply automotive paints, primers, and clear coats using professional spray equipment.
• Inspect finished work to ensure a high‑quality finish and color consistency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Work efficiently with collision repair technician and other team members to meet production deadlines.
• Follow all safety procedures and paint manufacturer specifications.

Qualifications

• Required: Previous professional automotive painting experience.
• Knowledge of collision repair refinishing techniques and paint application.
• Experience with paint mixing, color matching, and spray equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable, motivated, and committed to producing excellent results.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to join an established Ford dealership team.
• A professional automotive service and collision repair environment.
• The opportunity to put your skills and experience to work.
• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• A team-oriented workplace that values quality and craftsmanship.

Experienced candidates only. Automotive collision center painting experience is required

Pat Milliken Ford

Redford, Michigan