Industrial Paint Prep Technician Rock Hill, SC

Re:Build Manufacturing LLC; South Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative manufacturing company is seeking a Paint Prep Technician to join their team in Rock Hill, SC. In this role, you will prepare parts for painting by cleaning, masking, and ensuring quality standards are met. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a company that values teamwork, accountability, and the growth of its employees. You will work in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact the success of the organization and the communities it serves. If you are passionate about manufacturing and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employee ownership

Financial rewards based on company success

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in autobody/automotive paint including masking and mixing.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts for painting, including cleaning and masking.
• Safely move parts and complete maintenance on tools as directed.
• Adhere to safety and compliance requirements in the workplace.

Skills

Autobody/automotive paint experience

Masking parts

Mixing of paints

Bondo & priming

Interpersonal communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Tools

Paint sprayers

Pneumatic sanders

Job description

Who are Composite Resources and Re:Build Manufacturing?

Re:Build CR, LLC (Composite Resources), a Re:Build Manufacturing, LLC company, is an innovative, rapidly growing manufacturer of composite components and tooling located in Rock Hill, SC. Our constantly evolving portfolio of projects includes parts and assemblies for clients in the aerospace and defense industries. At Composite Resources, we embrace a culture defined by teamwork, ownership, and accountability.

At Re:Build Manufacturing, LLC, we're rebuilding America's manufacturing base and creating meaningful, sustainable jobs in areas that have been deindustrialized over the past 20-30 years. Our strategy is to employ technology, systems, deep financial resources, and best management practices to compete and win as manufacturers in the global market. We are NOT private equity. We do not buy companies with the intention of selling them. Over the next decades we want to make a difference in the US Manufacturing economy and the communities in which we operate. We believe in the power of people and the long-term competitive advantage that can be derived from helping our employees achieve their fullest potential.

Who are we looking for?

Composite Resources is looking for a Paint Prep Technician to join our growing team. The Paint Prep Technician will assist with preparing parts for painting, including cleaning and masking, as well as other tasks as assigned.

What you get to do!

• Follow established work procedures to minimize unnecessary rework and/or scrap.
• Prepare parts for cleaning and thoroughly washing to remove all contamination sources.
• Masking of painted parts per specification pre-paint.
• Carefully remove masking from parts post-paint.
• Safely move parts through workspaces and paint booths by hand and with support equipment.
• Make required record entries in logs, forms, and work orders per QC and department specific requirements.
• Report machine/equipment malfunctions to senior painter or Supervisor.
• Use various hand tools provided by department, maintaining accountability.
• Willingness to temporarily be assigned to other departments to assist in part production.
• Complete preventive maintenance on tools, equipment, and paint booths as directed.
• Operate department specific support equipment as required.
• Willingness and desire to learn and gain knowledge in paint application processes upon mastery of paint preparation operations.
• Adjust work processes and shift schedule/hours to meet production schedules as determined by the supervisor or manager.
• Partner with senior teammates within career path to receive and share practical knowledge for proper training to perform necessary job functions and requirements to attain satisfactory levels of performance and production effectivity.
• Adhere and maintain all departmental compliance requirements such as Safety, Environmental Protection, FOD and Tool Control, 5S and other assigned programs.

What you will bring to the Team

• Autobody/automotive or other industrial paint experience preferred including the following: Masking parts, mixing of paints, and bondo & priming.
• Experience with paint sprayers, pneumatic sanders, and other paint prep experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, written and verbal.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to function effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to demonstrate attention to details.
• Great teammate who can effectively interact with co-workers, management and collaborate with other departments in the organization.

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail] or you may call us at 617.909.6275.