Metal Prep - Paint

Folience Inc • Sumner, IA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Metal Prep-Paint is responsible for preparing and finishing metal surfaces on ambulance components and assemblies, ensuring smooth, defect-free surfaces ready for painting, coating, or assembly. This role is critical for maintaining high-quality standards and supporting the production of durable and visually appealing emergency vehicles.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with hand and power sanding tools, grinders, and surface preparation techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work in a team environment and follow instructions precisely.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work around paint fumes, solvents, and polishing compounds with appropriate PPE
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in metal finishing, automotive, or manufacturing industries preferred.
• Experience in ambulance, emergency vehicle, RV, automotive, marine, or aerospace manufacturing
• Knowledge of aluminum and stainless steel finishing
• Experience working in a high-mix, custom manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

• Inspect and prepare metal surfaces of ambulance components for painting or assembly, including sanding, grinding, and smoothing imperfections.
• Operate hand and power sanding tools, grinders, and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Remove rust, weld spatter, and other surface imperfections from metal parts.
• Apply primers or sealers to prepared metal surfaces as required by specifications.
• Collaborate with Painters, Buffers, Assemblers, and Quality Control to ensure surfaces meet visual and structural standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Assist with moving, staging, and organizing metal components for production workflow.
• Document and communicate progress, issues, and completed work to supervisors and team leads.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in surface preparation processes, tools, and materials.

Benefits

• Successful completion of a background check, pre-employment drug screen and physical examination
• Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, if applicable to the position

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED