Metal Finisher Technician - 2nd Shift ($25.95+)

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Painter II for our production team. You will sand, mask, and apply topcoat to truck parts and major components, maintaining a safe, clean work environment while mentoring new hires.

We offer shift options, competitive pay starting at 21.95 per hour plus $2.00 technical pay and a 2nd shift premium, plus benefits from Day 1 and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with automotive painting and/or metal finishing.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings.
• Willingness to work on manufacturing floor with safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Sand, mask and apply topcoat to truck parts and major components.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and mentor new hires.
• Inspect and repair defects in painted parts and panels.
• Use hand and power tools for prep and painting tasks.
• Communicate with teammates to ensure smooth workflow and safety.
• Read truck prints on computer and sign off tasks.

Skills

Automotive painting

Metal finishing

Interpersonal communication

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Auto Body repair or related area

Job description

About Pierce, an Oshkosh companyAt Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.With a career at Pierce Manufacturing, you can expect:Competitive Pay – pay based on experience and education, minimum starting rate $21.95 per hour$2.00 Technical pay2nd Shift Premium of $2.00 per hourMerit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and then annuallyComprehensive Benefit Package - Effective Day 1Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidaysSign on bonus for production hires that live >50 miles from their assigned work location at time of hireJob StabilityOpportunities for Career GrowthHands-On ApproachCustomer FocusCulture for Fostering TeamworkRespected LeadersPeople First CultureHiring ImmediatelyShift Overview:Openings on all shifts with a majority of positions on 2nd shift and Early Weekend shiftShift times and overtime hours vary dependent on position, department, and location2nd shift: Monday – Thursday, four 10 hour days, overtime worked at the end of shift and on Friday’s with occasional SaturdaysJOB SUMMARY:The positions within Painter II may sand, mask and apply topcoat and/or perform touch up operations to truck parts and/or major components and must maintain a safe and clean work environment. They may inspect the work of others and repair defects. They provide mentoring, training, and work instructions to new hires and/or recently transferred co-workers.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Use hand and power tools to prep truck parts and panels for the painting processEvenly apply primer and paint to parts and panelsInspect and fix defects on parts and panelsBleed lines, apply sealer, and apply paint to parts and panelsDetect unpainted areas or paint defects on parts and panels and correct as neededCaulk, tape, and hang parts and panelsRotate between painting, sanding and tapingTransport truck parts and panels to and from designated areasPush/pull carts filled with parts and equipment with the help of other co-workers to designated areaAssist co-workers on lifting parts and panels and toolsReview check sheets and notesClean work area and work toolsCommunicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environmentSweep and clean work area and equipmentBe responsive to needs of co-workers and supervisorsUse a computer to locate and read truck prints and sign off job tasksParticipate in onboarding training (within 6 months of start date) and annual training related to being a hazardous waste handler as required by the EPA RCRA hazardous waste rules. This will include ability to understand what waste hazards are, storage time limits, satellite accumulation, marking, labeling, weekly inspections, aisle space, storage, manifest shipping, use and location of emergency equipment, response to spills and fires, evacuation routes, etc. RCRA training records will be maintained as required.MARGINALWORK FUNCTIONS:*These functions may be considered essential based on location, position, and other factors.Review daily paperwork*Work overtime if needed*Climb onto roof of trucks with the use of fall restraints to perform sanding and painting duties*Read blueprints of truck*Mix paint and empty waste paint*Operate motorized equipment*Regulate paint kitchen and dump waste paint*BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Experience with automotive painting and/or metal finishingPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Four years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma or equivalentAssociate degree in Auto Body repair or related areaFour years of experience with automotive painting and/or metal finishingKEY ABILITIES NEEDED TO COMPLETE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:*All positions require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Detailed physical job analysis available upon request.Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skillsRecognize and react to abnormal operating conditionsUse and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environmentUse and control work tools for painting and sprayingSee variety of paint colors for painting truck parts and panelsDifferentiate shades of paint colorsHear safety alarms and other co-workersUse and control work toolsFollow instructions from supervisors and other co-workersPerform duties in a frequently loud work environmentUse hoist or cranes to assist with heavy lifting of equipmentClimb up 7-9 steps and/or into truck cabs to perform job functionsIndividually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 35 poundsTolerate constant standing and walking throughout the shiftMaintain balance while walking on slippery floor, ladders, and while pushing a cart with equipment/partsPerform tasks while crouching, sitting, kneeling, or in an awkward positionPerform safe lifting of equipment and toolsCarry spray and painting tools for an extended period of timeUse vibratory tools throughout the shiftUse both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting of parts or panelsDetect hazardous materials near or around the work areaUse a computer to read prints on trucks and sign off job tasksRemember task sequence and safety constraintsOshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [e-mail] Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be \"U.S. Persons,\" as defined in these regulations. Generally, a \"U.S. Person\" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.