Senior Paint Technician – Finishes, Color & Prep

PREFIX CORPORATION; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PREFIX CORPORATION in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Paint Technician to assist in prep and spray painting of surfaces, including grinding, sanding, masking, fill cavities, and finishing to required standards.

You will mix paints per codes and color specs, adjust spray equipment for even coverage, and keep the spray booth and tools clean, while providing inter-departmental support and contributing to efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience painting show and concept vehicles.
• HS diploma or GED is required; technical certificate preferred.
• Self-starter with time budgeting and reliable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by grinding, sanding, buffing, and masking.
• Mix and adjust paints to meet codes and color specs.
• Operate spray equipment, adjust valves/nozzle for even coverage.
• Clean and maintain spray booth and tools.
• Support plant operations and improve production efficiency.

Skills

Paint preparation

Spray painting

Surface finishing

Color matching

Equipment maintenance

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Spray guns

Basic hand tools

Job description

PREFIX CORPORATION in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Paint Technician to assist in prep and spray painting of surfaces, including grinding, sanding, masking, fill cavities, and finishing to required standards.

You will mix paints per codes and color specs, adjust spray equipment for even coverage, and keep the spray booth and tools clean, while providing inter-departmental support and contributing to efficiency improvements.