Paint Prep - Production Worker

Folience Inc • Sumner, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Paint Prep – Production Worker 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.
• Previous experience in metal finishing, automotive, or manufacturing industries preferred.
• 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.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift components, and perform repetitive tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in emergency vehicle or custom vehicle manufacturing.
• Knowledge of primers, coatings, and metal finishing materials.
• Basic understanding of production workflow and lean manufacturing principles.

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.

What This Job Offers

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