Paint Prep Technician I — Hands-On Manufacturing

Oshkosh Corp.; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation is seeking a Paint Prep I to prepare parts for painting by wiping, sanding, inspecting, plugging, and masking components. The role includes removing water and debris, hanging parts with overhead hoists, and ensuring parts meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include identifying root causes of paint defects, operating material handling equipment, and maintaining inventory while adhering to 6S and safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Overtime readiness to meet production demands.
• Forklift certification required.
• Experience with material handling equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Wipe, sand, and inspect parts, including preparation for paint repair.
• Plug and mask parts to ensure proper paint adhesion.
• Blow out excess water and debris from cavities within parts.
• Operate overhead hoist to hang parts for painting.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet production and quality standards.
• Assist in identifying and addressing root causes of paint defects.
• Safely operate material handling equipment such as forklifts or tuggers.
• Maintain inventory by labeling, stocking, and recording materials and supplies when needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures and 6S standards.

Tools

Forklift certification

Tugger certification

Tractor certification

Telescopic Material Handler License

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation is seeking a Paint Prep I to prepare parts for painting by wiping, sanding, inspecting, plugging, and masking components. The role includes removing water and debris, hanging parts with overhead hoists, and ensuring parts meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include identifying root causes of paint defects, operating material handling equipment, and maintaining inventory while adhering to 6S and safety procedures in a manufacturing environment.