Paint Prep Technician: Masking, Sanding & Quality

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Jefferson City (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc. is seeking a Paint Prep I to prepare parts for painting, including wiping, sanding, inspecting, plugging, and masking components. You will also hang parts using overhead hoists and help ensure all parts meet quality and production standards.

Your responsibilities include wiping, sanding, inspecting, and preparing parts for paint repair, while ensuring proper adhesion through masking and defect analysis. A strong commitment to safety and 6S standards is essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Wipe, sand, and inspect parts for paint repair prep.
• 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 for production and quality standards.
• Identify root causes of paint defects.
• Safely operate forklifts or tuggers.
• Label, stock, and record materials to maintain inventory.
• Maintain a safe, 6S-compliant work area.

Skills

Overtime flexibility

Regular attendance

Tools

Forklift certification

Tugger certification

Tractor certification

Telescopic Material Handler License

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc. is seeking a Paint Prep I to prepare parts for painting, including wiping, sanding, inspecting, plugging, and masking components. You will also hang parts using overhead hoists and help ensure all parts meet quality and production standards.

Your responsibilities include wiping, sanding, inspecting, and preparing parts for paint repair, while ensuring proper adhesion through masking and defect analysis. A strong commitment to safety and 6S standards is essential.