Lean Auto Body Technician: Precision Repairs

Wsnorth; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wsnorth in California is seeking a skilled Body Technician to join our Body Shop Team. You’ll handle collision repairs, structural work, and refinishing prep, with a focus on quality and safety.

You’ll work in a Lean, process-driven environment, using 5S, frame-pulling, MIG/resistance welding, and plastic repair. Collaboration and ownership are essential to deliver top-notch repairs from start to finish.

Qualifications

• Journeyman/Red Seal certification in Auto Body Repair or equivalent license.
• 3+ years of collision repair experience in a Lean or rapid-production shop.
• Strong proficiency in structural pulling, MIG/resistance welding, and plastic repair.
• Desire to work in a process-driven team rather than a flat-rate, single-tech setup.
• Must possess your own updated inventory of trade-related tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute Lean Workflow using 5S to keep bay organized and reduce downtime.
• Completely disassemble vehicles upfront to identify hidden damage and order parts accurately.
• Perform structural, sheet metal, and plastic repairs to OEM specs with advanced equipment.
• Follow shop SOPs to maintain a steady flow of vehicles to the paint department.
• Inspect work continuously to ensure zero defects before handing to next stage.

Skills

Structural pulling

MIG welding

Plastic repair

Lean/rapid-production shop

Teamwork

Education

Journeyman/Red Seal Auto Body Repair

Tools

Trade tools

Job description

Wsnorth in California is seeking a skilled Body Technician to join our Body Shop Team. You’ll handle collision repairs, structural work, and refinishing prep, with a focus on quality and safety.

You’ll work in a Lean, process-driven environment, using 5S, frame-pulling, MIG/resistance welding, and plastic repair. Collaboration and ownership are essential to deliver top-notch repairs from start to finish.