Vortex Painter

Summit Truck Equipment, Ltd.; Kansas; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(K) with company match

HSA/FSA

Paid time off

Company paid holidays

Employee car discount program

Tuition partnership

Job summary

Summit Truck Bodies, LLC is seeking a Vortex and Undercoating Painter in Wathena, KS to apply Vortex and undercoating to truck bodies and parts using spray equipment. Responsibilities include masking, prepping, operating spray gear, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications include a high school diploma (or equivalent), experience in automotive paint/prep, and ability to use pressure feed spray equipment; a clean MVR is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Some technical training helpful.
• Must have experience in automotive paint and prep work.
• Must have experience using pressure feed spray equipment.
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Able to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate a forklift if required.
• Ability to work with multiple priorities and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work to be accomplished by studying work order, bill of materials and blueprints.
• Prepare bodies for Vortex and undercoating application by masking, taping and prepping the bodies.
• Operate spray equipment to linex and undercoat the body.
• Dispose of hazardous waste from the Vortex and undercoating process in accordance with federal and state laws.
• Adjust paint spraying equipment to get proper flow and coating thickness.
• Inspect work after Vortex/undercoat is applied.
• Observe health and safety by wearing a respirator, paint suits and all other PPE.
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Participate in all continuous improvement programs by offering suggestions and exhibiting initiative in areas within direct control.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading/Writing/Arithmetics

MVR clean driving record

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Some technical training

Tools

Pressure feed spray equipment

Forklift operation

Hand tools

Job description

# Vortex PainterFull-TimeWathena, KSProductionApply Now## DescriptionSummit Truck Bodies, LLC, a quality manufacturer of custom designed service and lube truck bodies, is expanding its workforce due to increasing sales. If you are a motivated team player who is committed to producing a high quality product on time and safely, we want you on our team. Summit Truck Bodies is looking for a Vortex and Undercoating Painter responsible for the proper application of Vortex and undercoating to the body and parts by operating spray equipment.**WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:*** Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance* Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance* 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution* HSA and/or FSA* Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays* Employee Car Discount Program* Missouri Western State University Tuition Partnership**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Prepare work to be accomplished by studying work order, bill of materials and blueprints.* Prepare bodies for Vortex and undercoating application by masking, taping and prepping the bodies.* Operate spray equipment to linex and undercoat the body.* Dispose of hazardous waste from the Vortex and undercoating process in accordance with federal and state laws.* Adjust paint spraying equipment to get proper flow and coating thickness.* Responsible for inspecting work after Vortex/undercoat is applied.* Observe health and safety by wearing a respirator, paint suits and all other PPE.* Document actions by completing production and quality forms.* Maintain a clean and safe work area.* Participate in all continuous improvement programs by offering suggestions and exhibiting initiative in areas within direct control.* Other duties as assigned by the manager.**WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:*** Frequent mobility and / or sitting, standing, bending or stooping for prolonged / extended periods. Requires lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.* Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 75 pounds.* Requires working in areas which are not ventilated or air-conditioned.* Requires eye-hand coordination sufficient to operate machinery.* Requires exposure to chemicals and solvents.* Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.* Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.* Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to read numbers, reports and computer terminals.* Requires hearing within normal range.**REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:*** High School diploma or equivalent.* Valid driver's license with good standing MVR.* Some technical training helpful.* Must have experience in automotive paint and prep work.* Must have experience using pressure feed spray equipment.* Attention to detail is a must* Able to use hand and power tools and equipment.* Ability to operate a forklift if required.* Ability to work with multiple priorities and constant interruptions.* Must have basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills.* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constant demands and shifting of priorities.* Ability to work with all levels of employees.* Ability to be responsive and highly efficient with relaying information.* Ability to successfully complete respirator medical evaluation.* Ability to successfully pass a General Abilities Assessment and Post-offer background check, physical and drug screen.