Prepper

B & G Industries Inc; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

B & G Industries Inc is seeking a Prepper for day hours to prepare surfaces on bodies and parts for painting and powder coating. The role covers masking, sanding, featheredge prep, and maintaining clean, safe work areas in a 10‑hour shift with overtime as needed.

The position is non-exempt and includes a sign-on bonus, with responsibilities across prep work, equipment scheduling, and adherence to safety guidelines. EOE.

Qualifications

• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods.
• Skilled in sanding and prep for paint.
• Ability to mask panels and prep surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Review each order before starting work.
• Complete paint prep processes per specs.
• Sand and prep for paint.
• Sand and featheredge for primer.
• Mask panels to minimize overspray.
• Track equipment status and assist with delivery schedule.
• Use safety equipment and follow refinishing procedures.
• Dispose of hazardous waste per requirements.
• Keep workspace clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Prolonged standing

Repetitive tasks

Manual dexterity

Depth perception

Masking and prep

Safety awareness

Job description

Job: Prepper - Day hours

Classification: Non-exempt

Schedule: 10-hour shift, Monday - Thursday. Overtime as assigned. Sign on bonus!

Job summary: This position will prepare surfaces on bodies and parts to be painted/power coated by painting staff.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly reviews each order prior to beginning work.
• Completes all paint preparation processes for equipment according to factory specifications.
• Knows how to properly sand and prep for paint.
• Knows how to properly sand and featheredge surface for primer.
• Able to mask all panels and cover surface to minimize tapelines and overspray.
• Knows status of assigned equipment and helps problem solving on getting and keeping all equipment on schedule for delivery.
• Consistently utilizes all required safe equipment and follows proper refinishing procedures.
• Adheres to all requirements hazardous waste disposal.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, and manual dexterity.
• Vision abilities required include close, distance, and depth perception.
• Reaching above and below shoulder level.
• Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, high level of dust and noise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical requirements

Extended periods of kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping to complete or inspect product. Must be able to lift-up to 50 lbs. periodically.

EOE

Equal Opportunity Employer