P1 Buffer

Trek • Waterloo, WI

7h

About The Position

This role involves smoothing and refining the surfaces of painted bike frames using sandpaper, polishing compound, and a buffing tool. The P1 buffer is responsible for inspecting each frame, identifying minor surface defects, and removing them to ensure every bike meets Trek’s high-quality standards.

Requirements

• Ability to operate basic tools such as a buffer or sander
• Ability to identify and escalate quality issues
• Ability to lift, carry, or pull medium weights, up to 50 lbs
• Ability to do repetitious work
• Initiation of continuous improvement opportunities
• Positive attitude towards changes

Responsibilities

• Sand and polish surface defects from bike frames
• Inspect frames for defects using Trek’s cosmetic guidelines
• Log and escalate quality concerns to leadership
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat and complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed

Benefits

• Flexible and fun company culture
• Competitive health care
• PPO & HDHP medical plan options, Dental insurance, Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Free life insurance & optional term life insurance
• Competitive vacation package
• 401(k) with match and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP)
• 12 weeks of maternity leave with 100% pay
• Flexible holiday schedule – 10 company holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $15,000! (Undergraduate & Masters programs)
• Employee discounts on all product
• Deep partner retail discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees