Hands-On Paint Prep Technician - 2nd Shift

Laborup; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Laborup is hiring Paint & Surface Prep Technicians to prepare metal parts for the painting process. This hands-on production role includes cleaning, sanding, masking, plugging, and inspecting parts to ensure they are paint-ready.

You'll move and hang parts using an overhead hoist, remove debris, and verify quality, with opportunities for overtime. This is full-time, 2nd shift, paid hourly at $19-$21 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable and willing to learn.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comfortable standing for long periods.
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Willingness to work overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sand, mask, and plug parts before painting.
• Inspect parts for defects and proper preparation.
• Remove excess water, dust, and debris.
• Hang and position parts using an overhead hoist.
• Check finished parts for basic quality standards.
• Help keep the work area clean and organized.
• Follow all safety and production procedures.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Tools

Overhead hoist

Forklift

Job description

Laborup is hiring Paint & Surface Prep Technicians to prepare metal parts for the painting process. This hands-on production role includes cleaning, sanding, masking, plugging, and inspecting parts to ensure they are paint-ready.

You'll move and hang parts using an overhead hoist, remove debris, and verify quality, with opportunities for overtime. This is full-time, 2nd shift, paid hourly at $19-$21 depending on experience.