Painter I

REV Group, Inc.•Elkhart, IN

About The Position

Our custom Sprinter RV camper offers a remarkable blend of luxury, utility, and technology that feels like a private jet with wheels instead of wings. Step inside, and you are immersed in first-class amenities offering the perfect escape from outside. And the perfect escape to… wherever. With a Mercedes Sprinter RV camper converted to your specifications and crafted to Midwest Automotive Designs’ high standards, you will make the most of every hour. Every day. And every memorable weekend. Midwest Automotive Designs is part of the larger REV Group (NYSE: REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles for the fire & emergency and recreation markets. REV Group’s extensive vehicle line-up includes models such as ambulances, fire trucks, terminal trucks, RV’s and much more. Our 5,000+ employees continuously demonstrate their commitment to building innovative and reliable vehicles that our customers can depend on whether for a family trip across the U.S. or when responding to an emergency. Rev Group is a veteran friendly employer and hires over 200 veterans and or those transferring out of the military each year.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English
Ability to read and understand verbal instructions presented in English.
Ability to read English and Metric tape measures and use measuring devices.
Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards.
Ability to recognize quality expected and be able to reproduce it.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
Ability to run dual action sanders, grinders and miscellaneous hand tools.
Ability to spray primers with an air paint system.
Able to read and interpret shop orders to determine the color required.
Able to determine the proper surface condition for acceptance of paint and prepare if required.
Must have full knowledge of quality requirements to produce acceptable finish paint.
Must be able to spray an entire vehicle body with acceptable quality level.
Must be able to retain information taught with regard to chemicals and related items and the proper usage of the same.
Able to learn how to mix primers and other paint products.
Must have general knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.
Be trained in Hazardous Materials Handling Operations with an annual refresher course.
Hazardous waste training shall be provided to employee within six months of the date the employee filled this position and a review of this training provided every 12 months thereafter. Employee shall be supervised until training is complete. This training will consist of at least 30 minutes of classroom instruction and additional on the job training as needed.
Training will include familiarization with roles as outlined in Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 40#’s without assistance
Ability to work from various squatting, kneeling or bending positions.
Ability to work with arms above head.
Ability to work from ladders or scaffolding.
Ability to stand at a workstation for ten hours a day (minus specified breaks.)
Ability to perform all operations within acceptable quality and time standards.
Ability to safely use specified hand, air, power tools, and machinery.
Ability to operate and understand the operation of all protective safety equipment in the area.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Required to handle and dispose of hazardous waste.
Ability to work in 105-degree heat for excess of ten (10) hours per day.
Ability to work in noisy and dusty conditions.
Five years experience in paint application
Must be able to consistently apply coatings to an acceptable level
Must be familiar with all aspects of paint blending, repair and application of automotive coatings as well as the proper usage of paint products as they relate to Midwest Automotive Designs paint processes.
Five years experience in paint prep.

Responsibilities

Apply sub-coatings and finish coatings to all wood components and finished product.
Fulfill all painting requirements to include parts painting.
Mix all products according to specifications.
Check all painted materials for proper surface condition and proper paint preparations and repair as required.
Understand and carry out verbal and written directions in English
Close attention to detail
Function with a minimal amount of supervision or no supervision.
Set work priorities to meet production goals as scheduled per assigned department.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those in contact on a day to day basis.
Meet minimum standards of safety per assigned department.
Meet minimum standards of 5S.
Mix coatings with thinner and catalyst to correct mixture, using color mixture equipment.
Apply coatings with all types of spray equipment to meet coverage and gloss standards. Be able to correct errors in application of all types of coatings.
Paint the parts and understand the acceptable quality of finish.
Clean and inspect parts prior to painting.
Follow all procedures for a quality, lasting paint finish.
Be able to mix and spray all products used.
Maintain spray equipment to meet operational standards, but not including repair of equipment.
Follow hazardous waste disposal program and fire prevention procedures.
Keep equipment and working area clean.
Help train other painters both in production and quality.
Be compliant with all the rules of conduct and attendance per the company handbook.
Other duties and responsibilities as required.
Ensure that hazardous waste that is handled is placed into the proper container(s).
Maintains all satellite and storage containers in a closed position unless adding or removing waste.
Familiar with Hazardous Waste Contingency Plan.
Knows spill response procedures and evacuation routes.