Finisher II: Auto Body Painter & Prep Tech

SMEAL SFA, LLC; Snyder (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Smeal Apparatus is seeking a dedicated painter prep worker to prep trucks for painting, buff and sand surfaces, apply primers, and ensure clean finishes at Snyder, NE. This role requires precision, manual dexterity, and adherence to safety procedures.

You will read measurements, use common tools, and work in a team to meet production goals while maintaining quality and timely delivery of vehicles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Vocational training in body/work vehicle repair or equivalent experience.
• Experience buffing is required.
• Experience swirl-mark removing is required.
• Wet sanding experience preferred.
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure to precise measurements.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to maintain attendance within company guidelines.
• Ability to retain and apply instructions.
• Positive attitude.
• Work overtime on short notice.
• Embrace change.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills; addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Must be detailed orientated.
• Ability to read and understand truck specification documents.
• Ability to communicate and understand in English.
• Ability to work within safety guidelines.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must be able to work with little to no supervision after two weeks.

Responsibilities

• Grind welds and other areas of the vehicle as needed to prepare for painting.
• Maintain and clean paint equipment.
• Sand vehicle to prepare for painting.
• Perform buffing on basic items, i.e. smart access and smaller items.
• Use body filler and prepare area for painting.
• Use paint equipment to apply primer coat of paint.
• Complete taping and masking as needed for body work and painting.
• Caulk the exterior areas of vehicle to prepare for painting.
• Self-check work and inspect prior processes.
• Meet production goals.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Initiate process improvements when able.
• Work in close proximity to customer, as needed.
• Operate any equipment or tools needed to perform the job.
• Assist other team members and departments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Hand tools usage

Teamwork

English communication

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training in body/work vehicle repair

Tools

Basic hand and power tools

Job description

Smeal Apparatus is seeking a dedicated painter prep worker to prep trucks for painting, buff and sand surfaces, apply primers, and ensure clean finishes at Snyder, NE. This role requires precision, manual dexterity, and adherence to safety procedures.

You will read measurements, use common tools, and work in a team to meet production goals while maintaining quality and timely delivery of vehicles.