S2W Program Spring 2027 - Paint Prep Apprentice

Oshkosh Corporation • McConnellsburg, PA

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About The Position

The Paint Prep Apprentice is responsible for preparing parts for painting by wiping, sanding, inspecting, plugging, and masking them. The role also includes removing excess water and shot from cavities, preparing painted parts for paint repair, and operating an overhead hoist to hang parts. The apprentice helps maintain a safe and clean work area, checks completed parts against production and quality standards, assists with identifying the source of defects, and helps maintain inventory of materials and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Wipe, sand, and inspect parts, including preparing painted parts for paint repair.
• Plug and mask parts and remove excess water and shot from cavities to support proper paint adhesion.
• Operate an overhead hoist to hang parts.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in accordance with safety procedures, rules, and 6S standards.
• Inspect completed parts and validate that components meet production and quality standards.
• Assist in tracing defects back to their point of origin.
• Identify, label, stock, and record materials and supplies to maintain inventory levels where applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed