Lead Autobody Painter for Premium Truck Finishes

M&L Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K)

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Health, Dental and Vision insurance at

Basic Life Insurance

Accident and Critical Illness保险

Growth opportunities

Competitive pay plans

Job summary

M&L Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is seeking an experienced Autobody Painter to join the Finishing Department in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The role focuses on preparing, priming, and painting truck bodies and components to meet durability and appearance standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of autobody or industrial painting experience, proficiency with HVLP spray equipment, and a strong eye for color matching and detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years autobody or industrial painting experience.
• Strong knowledge of paint prep, application techniques, and materials.
• Experience with HVLP spray equipment.
• Ability to recognize and correct finish defects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces through sanding, masking, cleaning, and priming.
• Mix and match paint colors for accurate finish results.
• Apply paint coatings using spray guns (HVLP).
• Inspect and correct defects such as sags, runs, or thin spots.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and material-handling procedures.
• Maintain spray guns, paint booths, and equipment.
• Apply undercoats, sealers, and topcoats to various surfaces (metal, fiberglass, composites).
• Work with production teams to meet job timelines.
• Record paint usage, color codes, and job details.
• Perform touch-ups and final finish repairs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Color matching

Teamwork

Independence

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/vocational training in paint application

Tools

HVLP spray equipment

Paint prep techniques

Paint application

Job description

M&L Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is seeking an experienced Autobody Painter to join the Finishing Department in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. The role focuses on preparing, priming, and painting truck bodies and components to meet durability and appearance standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of autobody or industrial painting experience, proficiency with HVLP spray equipment, and a strong eye for color matching and detail.