Paint/Body Worker II- Mon-Thu 3:30p-2a

HEV; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Hazardous materials training

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

Terex Corporation is seeking a coating technician in Grove City, OH to apply sub-coatings and finish coatings on metal components and final vehicles. You will mix products per specifications and inspect surfaces for proper paint preparation and finish.

The role requires reading shop orders, using measuring devices, and applying coatings with spray equipment to meet gloss standards. Safe handling of hazardous materials and adherence to OSHA/EPA rules are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions.
• Ability to read and use measuring devices.
• Able to run dual action sanders, grinders and miscellaneous hand tools.
• Able to read and interpret shop orders to determine the color required.
• Able to determine proper surface condition for acceptance of paint.
• Must have knowledge of quality requirements to produce acceptable finish paint.
• Must have general knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.
• Hazardous Materials Handling training with annual refresher course.
• Close attention to detail; work with minimal supervision.
• Able to learn how to mix primers and other paint products.

Responsibilities

• Set work priorities to meet production goals as scheduled per department.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues.
• Meet minimum safety standards per department.
• Perform spot-in repairs.
• Sand paint finish and use compounds; operate polisher.
• Mix coatings with thinner and catalyst to correct mixture using color-mixing equipment.
• Apply coatings with spray equipment to meet coverage and gloss standards.
• Correct errors in coating application.
• Paint parts and ensure acceptable finish quality.
• Clean and inspect parts prior to painting.
• Follow procedures for a quality, lasting paint finish.
• Mix and spray all products used.
• Follow hazardous waste disposal and fire prevention procedures.
• Keep equipment and area clean; handle hazardous waste properly.
• Be familiar with Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan.
• May take on other responsibilities as directed by line manager.

Skills

Reading & writing

Measuring devices

Dual action sander operation

Grinders

Shop orders interpretation

Quality standards knowledge

OSHA/EPA knowledge

Hazardous Materials handling

Attention to detail

Primer mixing

Tools

Dual action sanders

Grinders

Paint sprayers

Color mixing equipment

Job description

Job Summary:

• Apply sub-coatings and finish coatings to all metal components and finished product.
• Fulfill all painting requirements to include from parts painting to complete vehicle paint, both in solid and metallic colors.
• Mix all products according to specifications.
• Check all painted materials for proper surface condition and proper paint preparations and repair as required.

Responsibilities:

• Set work priorities to meet production goals as scheduled per assigned department.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those in contact on a day to day basis.
• Meet minimum standards of safety per assigned department.
• Perform spot-in repairs.
• Sand paint finish and use compounds and operate polisher.
• Mix coatings with thinner and catalyst to correct mixture, using color mixture equipment.
• Apply coatings with all types of spray equipment to meet coverage and gloss standards.
• Be able to correct errors in application of all types of coatings.
• Paint the parts and understand the acceptable quality of finish.
• Clean and inspect parts prior to painting.
• Follow all procedures for a quality, lasting paint finish.
• Be able to mix and spray all products used.
• Follow hazardous waste disposal program and fire prevention procedures.
• Keep equipment and working area clean.
• Ensure that hazardous waste that is handled is placed into the proper container(s).
• Familiar with Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan.
• The above list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, and you may be required to undertake other responsibilities and/or training as requested by your line manager.

Requirements (education, experience, travel, physical, work environment):

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
• Ability to read and use measuring devices.
• Ability to run dual action sanders, grinders and miscellaneous hand tools.
• Able to read and interpret shop orders to determine the color required.
• Able to determine the proper surface condition for acceptance of paint and prepare if required.
• Must have full knowledge of quality requirements to produce acceptable finish paint.
• Must have general knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.
• Be trained in Hazardous Materials Handling Operations with an annual refresher course.
• Close attention to detail
• Function with a minimal amount of supervision or no supervision.
• Set work priorities to meet production goals as scheduled per assigned department.
• Able to learn how to mix primers and other paint products.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Other physical requirements include: Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 40#’s without assistance. Ability to work from various squatting, kneeling or bending positions. Ability to work with arms above head. Ability to work from ladders or scaffolding. Ability to stand at a workstation for ten hours a day (minus specified breaks.) Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards. Ability to safely use specified hand, air, power tools, and machinery. Ability to operate and understand the operation of all protective safety equipment in the area. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Required to handle and dispose of hazardous waste. Ability to work in 105-degree heat for excess of ten (10) hours per day. Ability to work in noisy and dusty conditions.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is elevated.

Personal Protective Equipment Recommended and/or Required:

• Safety glasses, or prescription safety glasses with side shields
• Face shields
• Ear plugs
• Work Gloves
• Protective disposable suite when necessary
• Respirator when required for hazardous materials
• Fall protection
• Steel Toe Shoes

Terex Corporation is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. Terex Corporation also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.