Paint Repair Technician

Formel D; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Formel D in Bloomington is seeking an experienced Automotive Paint Spot Repair Technician to join our manufacturing team. The role focuses on paint spot repairs, defect correction, and achieving final ship-ready finishes with strong safety and quality standards.

The successful candidate will support World Class Manufacturing initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in automotive paint spot repair preferred.
• Automotive collision repair experience required.
• Ability to repair paint defects through all stages of the repair process to final completion.
• Experience using paint hand sprayers and spray guns.
• Ability to perform light-touchup painting and finish work.
• Ability to take a vehicle or component from paint damage through complete repair and finishing, resulting in a 100% completed, ship-ready product.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of hand and power tools, including welders, soldering equipment, cutting tools/torches, sanding equipment, blocks, hammers, wrenches, spray guns, and related equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to follow standardized work instructions and documented processes.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Support and contribute to World Class Manufacturing programs, processes, and safety initiatives.
• Perform paint spot repairs and correct paint defects through final completion.
• Use lift devices, assembly equipment, hand tools, power tools, and paint application equipment safely and effectively.
• Drive and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Identify and assist with root-cause analysis and problem solving related to quality issues.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and workplace requirements.
• Meet established production and quality targets.
• Follow all written and documented processes, procedures, work instructions, and standards.
• Ensure quality and operating systems are properly implemented and maintained.
• Communicate regularly with team leads regarding performance, objectives, and production needs.
• Promote open communication and collaboration among team members.
• Actively promote teamwork, problem solving, and a proactive work environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Ensure completed repairs meet quality standards and are ready for final shipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Safety-conscious

Finish work

Tools

Paint spray guns

Paint hand sprayers

Welding equipment

Job description

We are seeking an experienced travel Automotive Paint Spot Repair Technician to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in automotive collision repair, paint defect correction, and final paint finishing. This position requires strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

The successful candidate will support World Class Manufacturing initiatives while contributing to continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee morale.

Responsibilities

• Support and contribute to World Class Manufacturing programs, processes, and safety initiatives.
• Perform paint spot repairs and correct paint defects through final completion.
• Use lift devices, assembly equipment, hand tools, power tools, and paint application equipment safely and effectively.
• Drive and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Identify and assist with root-cause analysis and problem solving related to quality issues.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and workplace requirements.
• Meet established production and quality targets.
• Follow all written and documented processes, procedures, work instructions, and standards.
• Ensure quality and operating systems are properly implemented and maintained.
• Communicate regularly with team leads regarding performance, objectives, and production needs.
• Promote open communication and collaboration among team members.
• Actively promote teamwork, problem solving, and a proactive work environment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Ensure completed repairs meet quality standards and are ready for final shipment.

Qualifications & Required Skills

• 3-5 years of experience in automotive paint spot repair preferred.
• Automotive collision repair experience required.
• Ability to repair paint defects through all stages of the repair process to final completion.
• Experience using paint hand sprayers and spray guns.
• Ability to perform light-touchup painting and finish work.
• Ability to take a vehicle or component from paint damage through complete repair and finishing, resulting in a 100% completed, ship-ready product.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of hand and power tools, including welders, soldering equipment, cutting tools/torches, sanding equipment, blocks, hammers, wrenches, spray guns, and related equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to follow standardized work instructions and documented processes.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to stand for 8-12 hours per day.
• Ability to walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to work around dust and elevated noise levels.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, including hot and cold environments.
• Ability to safely perform repetitive tasks and work with hand and power tools for extended periods.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).