Automotive Painter: Precision Truck Body Coatings

Summit Truck Bodies LLC.; Wathena (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Disability

401(K) with company match

HSA and/or FSA

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Car Discount Program

Tuition Partnership

Job summary

Summit Truck Bodies, LLC, a quality manufacturer of custom designed service and lube truck bodies, is expanding its workforce. Summit Truck Bodies is looking for an Automotive Painter responsible for the proper application of paint to the body and parts by operating paint spray equipment.

Essential duties include preparing work from orders and blueprints, applying coats, matching colors, inspecting finished work, and maintaining PPE and safety practices.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with good standing MVR.
• Some technical training helpful.
• Must have experience in automotive paint and prep work.
• Must have experience using pressure feed spray equipment.
• Attention to detail is a must!
• Able to use hand and power tools and equipment.
• Ability to operate a forklift if required.
• Ability to work with multiple priorities and constant interruptions.
• Must have basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constant demands and shifting of priorities.
• Ability to work with all levels of employees.
• Ability to be responsive and highly efficient with relaying information.
• Ability to successfully complete respirator medical evaluation.
• Ability to successfully pass a General Abilities Assessment and Post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work by studying work orders, BOMs and blueprints.
• Operate paint spray equipment to paint surfaces of bodies and parts.
• Dispose of hazardous waste in accordance with laws.
• Apply paint coats per company specs.
• Adjust spray equipment to achieve proper flow and thickness.
• Match or detect color differences including shade and brightness.
• Inspect finished work on parts and bodies.
• Wear respirator, PPE and follow health and safety rules.
• Document actions on production and quality forms.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs.

Skills

Automotive painting

Paint prep

Pressure spray

Attention to detail

Lifting 50–75 lbs

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pressure feed spray equipment

Job description

Summit Truck Bodies, LLC, a quality manufacturer of custom designed service and lube truck bodies, is expanding its workforce. Summit Truck Bodies is looking for an Automotive Painter responsible for the proper application of paint to the body and parts by operating paint spray equipment.

Essential duties include preparing work from orders and blueprints, applying coats, matching colors, inspecting finished work, and maintaining PPE and safety practices.