Automotive Finish Painter - 1st shift ($25.62/hr.+)

Oshkosh Corp.•Appleton, WI

60d•$26

About The Position

The positions within Painter III apply primer to truck parts. Workers paint and spray truck parts/equipment. They may inspect the work of others along with fixing equipment and tools. They must communicate with co-workers to keep and maintain a clean and safe environment.

Requirements

Proficient at reading checklists, paint codes, safety logs and JSA's
Ability to demonstrate knowledge in every step of the paint process
Knowledge in fine line painting
Ability to cross-train

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or it's equivalence
Five (5) or more years of experience in industrial painting or an evaluated equivalent
Painting Certifications

Responsibilities

Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environment
Transport truck parts to and from designated areas
Spray paint and primer onto parts
Use hand and power tools to prep truck parts for the painting process
Push/pull carts filled with parts and equipment with the help of other co-workers to designated area
Bleed lines, apply sealer, and apply paint to parts
Detect unpainted areas on a part and paint over it
Repair defects in the painted parts
Caulking, taping, and hanging of parts
Hand sand, file, grind, and repaint parts and equipment when necessary
Complete paint finishing tasks
Apply primer to truck parts (e.g. truck frames, doors, and subassembly parts)
Wipe down the body parts of a truck and apply multiple coats of paint to the part
Rotate between painting, sanding, and taping parts and equipment
Clean work area and work tools
Review of check sheets and notes
Must maintain a safe and clean work environment
Use of a computer to read blue prints on parts
Work overtime if needed
Use of 7-9 step ladders to spray primer and paint on top of truck parts
Assist other co-workers with lifting parts and equipment with other co-workers
Mixing paint and emptying waste paint
Operating a forklift
Regulate paint kitchen and dumping of waste paint

Benefits

Competitive Pay - pay based on experience and education, minimum starting rate $25.62 per hour
2nd & 3rd Shift premium of $2.00 per hour
Early Weekend Shift $5.00 per hour
Weekend Shift $6.50 per hour
Merit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and then annually
Comprehensive Benefit Package - Effective Day 1
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays
Relocation bonus of $2,500 when relocating from outside a 50 mile radius
Job Stability
Opportunities for Career Growth
Hands-On Approach
Customer Focus
Culture for Fostering Teamwork
Respected Leaders
People First Culture
Hiring Immediately