Paint/Body Worker I

Terex Corporation•Holden, LA

About The Position

Performs a variety of duties involving cleaning, sanding, and polishing surfaces to a required finish. Work may also include masking, some assembly or disassembly, and cleaning vehicle exteriors, interiors, and engine compartments. The role is expected to follow safety and quality requirements, contribute to continuous improvement and teamwork, and work in other areas or additional hours as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Must be able to read and understand English.
Strong work ethic and ability to be a team player.
Ability to climb, twist, bend, and stoop.
Ability to use hands and work overhead.
Ability to stand, squat, and grasp.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Polish sanded surfaces using an electric buffer and compounds with cloth or foam wheels.
Remove masking after painting or apply masking before a process.
Sand surfaces or parts using mechanical or hand-sanding methods.
Sand or grind areas to remove sharp edges, burrs, or defects in preparation for painting.
Perform some assembly or disassembly in areas related to the job function as needed.
Wash, wax, and clean exteriors, interiors, and engine compartments using various cleaners and equipment.
Follow health and safety rules, use PPE and defect-free equipment, and maintain a clean and safe work area.
Check work for conformance to process instructions, specifications, and quality standards; identify and segregate non-conforming product.
Participate in continuous improvement, Lean practices, 5S, training, meetings, and improvement projects.
Work constructively with coworkers and in other areas as needed; seek additional work when an assignment is complete.
Work additional hours as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.