Automotive Collision Center Painter

Pat Milliken Ford, Inc.; Redford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Pat Milliken Ford in Redford, Michigan is seeking an experienced Automotive Collision Center Painter to join our team. The ideal candidate has prior professional painting experience and can produce high-quality finishes in a professional shop environment.

You will prepare vehicles for painting, mix colors, apply paints and primers, and ensure color consistency while maintaining a safe, organized workspace. Collaboration with the collision repair team is essential to meet production deadlines.

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.

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.

Skills

Past automotive painting experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independence

Tools

Paint mixing

Color matching

Spray equipment operation

Refinishing techniques

Job description

NOW: HIRING. EXPERIENCED

AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION CENTER

PAINTER

Pat Milliken Ford, Redford, Michigan

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