Wheel Prep Technician - Training, Benefits & Growth

All Star Auto Lights; Huntington (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits within first 30 days

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid training

401(k) with up to 5% match

Job summary

All Star Auto Parts in Huntington, IN, is seeking a Wheel Prep Technician to join our team. This role focuses on prepping wheel refinishing, removing coatings in a three-step process, and operating related equipment on shift-based hours.

The position offers training on-site and requires the ability to lift 30–50 lbs, stand long periods, and perform wheel inspections with attention to safety and quality. Competitive benefits are provided after start.

Qualifications

• Able to lift 30–50 lbs continuously, 60 lbs on occasion.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Welding experience recommended but not required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate each piece of equipment per instructions.
• Thorough wheel inspection & quality control.
• Sand/dress cosmetic defects on face/backside of wheel(s).
• Weld necessary wheels-TIG welding (prior experience recommended)
• Heat/straighten wheels using wheel press.
• Some Mill work required
• Follow company safety policies, procedures, and good housekeeping practices.

Skills

Welding experience

Manual dexterity

Lift 30–50 lbs

Stand for long periods

Safety awareness

Tools

Wheel press

TIG welding

Wheel inspection tools

Job description

All Star Auto Parts in Huntington, IN, is seeking a Wheel Prep Technician to join our team. This role focuses on prepping wheel refinishing, removing coatings in a three-step process, and operating related equipment on shift-based hours.

The position offers training on-site and requires the ability to lift 30–50 lbs, stand long periods, and perform wheel inspections with attention to safety and quality. Competitive benefits are provided after start.