Paint Prep II

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Wolfsburg (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation's Paint Prep II role is based in a manufacturing environment where you wipe, sand, inspect parts and prepare painted components for repair. You will plug and mask parts, blow out water from cavities and operate the overhead hoist to hang parts while assisting in training others.

The position emphasizes maintaining quality and following 6S safety standards, with opportunities to drive defects to raíz origin and support corrective actions within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Overtime may be required, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Regular on-site attendance is expected.
• Experience with paint prep and overhead hoist operations preferred.
• Familiarity with 6S standards and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Wipe, sand, inspect parts and prepare painted parts for repair.
• Plug and mask parts and remove excess water from cavities.
• Operate overhead hoist to hang parts and assist in training others.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area following safety procedures and 6S standards.
• Inspect parts for quality and support corrective actions for defects.

Skills

Forklift certification

Tugger certification

Tractor certification

Telescopic Material Handler License

Tools

Forklift certification

Tugger certification

Tractor certification

Telescopic Material Handler License

Job description

About JLG

About JLG, an Oshkosh company JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.

Job Summary

The Paint Prep II is responsible for wiping, sanding, and inspecting all parts to be painted as well as plugging and masking all parts. Other required tasks include blowing water, shot blow of area, and operation of overhead hoist to hang parts. The Paint Prep II will also assist in training others in all areas of the Paint Prep role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned. Wipe, sand, inspect all parts, up to and, including preparation of painted parts for paint repair. Plug and mask all parts and blow any and all excess water and shot from cavities within the parts to allow for proper paint adhesion and needs to be familiar with the operation of the overhead hoist for hanging parts. Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures, rules, and proper 6S standards. Demonstrate best practices to follow all safe procedures in assembling and testing of all models/products in assigned function. Inspect completed parts for quality, validate components meet production and quality standards. Assist in driving back defects to the point of origin along with facilitation of corrective actions. Maintain inventory levels by identifying, labeling, stocking and recording materials and supplies where applicable. Assist in training the knowledge and skills of paint prep processes and equipment functions. Operate forklifts, tuggers, tractors, and other heavy equipment as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet business and production demands.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, in-person and on-site.

Standout Qualifications

• Forklift certification.
• Tugger certification.
• Tractor certification.
• Telescopic Material Handler License.

Working Conditions

The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances. This position is based in a manufacturing or production environment and may involve exposure to loud noise, dust, moving machinery, or temperature fluctuations. The role may require standing for extended periods, repetitive motions, lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds and up to 30 pounds sustained, bending, kneeling, climbing, or using tools and equipment. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when required. Visual and auditory acuity are needed for safe equipment operation and effective communication in a busy workspace. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure access to all essential job functions. Oshkosh 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 at [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oshkosh 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.

Oshkosh Culture

Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It’s a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. As part of a People First culture, you’ll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you. Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world’s toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG®, Hinowa, Power Towers, Pierce®, MAXIMETAL™, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr-Dan®, Frontline™ Communications, Oshkosh® Airport Products, Oshkosh® AeroTech™ and Pratt Miller.