Painter I -2nd

Oshkosh Corporation•Spartanburg, SC

About The Position

The Painter I (Paint Tech I) prepares parts for painting by wiping, sanding, inspecting, plugging, and masking them. The role includes removing excess water and shot from part cavities, operating an overhead hoist to hang parts, and preparing painted parts for repair. The Paint Tech I also polishes parts, takes gloss, wave, scan, and color readings, and performs adhesion testing. The position supports production quality by inspecting completed parts, validating components against production and quality standards, helping trace defects to their origin, and facilitating corrective actions. It also involves maintaining material and supply inventory, following safety procedures and 5S standards, and assisting with training others in paint preparation processes and equipment functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

At least 1–2 years of experience in automotive manufacturing.
Previous paint preparation experience.
Fundamental computer, math, and reading skills.
Ability to multitask and adapt to changing environments and processes.
Ability to follow established methods and procedures and perform work accordingly.
Ability to communicate with leadership and team members in written and verbal forms at a level above standard.
Team-oriented, with the ability to work independently.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds and pushing or pulling up to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Three years of automotive manufacturing experience, preferably in a Paint department.
Proficiency in the safe operation of pneumatic tools such as a sander.
High school diploma/GED or certification program in an equivalent field.

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.
Operate an overhead hoist to hang parts.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment in accordance with safety procedures and 5S standards.
Inspect completed parts and validate components against production and quality standards.
Help trace defects to their point of origin and facilitate corrective actions.
Identify, label, stock, and record materials and supplies as applicable.
Assist in training others on paint preparation processes and equipment functions.
Polish parts; take gloss, wave, scan, and color readings; and perform adhesion tests.
Perform other duties as assigned.