Vortex Painter
About The Position
Summit Truck Bodies, LLC, a manufacturer of custom-designed service and lube truck bodies, is hiring a Vortex and Undercoating Painter. The role is responsible for properly applying Vortex and undercoating to bodies and parts by operating spray equipment. The painter prepares work from work orders, bills of materials, and blueprints; prepares bodies through masking, taping, and other prep work; and operates and adjusts spraying equipment to achieve proper flow and coating thickness. The role also includes inspecting finished applications, disposing of hazardous waste in compliance with federal and state laws, documenting production and quality actions, wearing required personal protective equipment, and maintaining a clean and safe work area. The employee participates in continuous improvement activities and performs other duties as assigned by the manager.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license and good-standing motor vehicle record.
- Experience in automotive paint and prep work.
- Experience using pressure-feed spray equipment.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to use hand and power tools and equipment.
- Ability to operate a forklift if required.
- Ability to work with multiple priorities and constant interruptions.
- Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constant demands and shifting priorities.
- Ability to work with all levels of employees.
- Ability to relay information responsively and efficiently.
- Ability to successfully complete a respirator medical evaluation.
- Ability to successfully pass a General Abilities Assessment and post-offer background check, physical, and drug screen.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
- Eye-hand coordination sufficient to operate machinery.
- Full range of body motion, including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
- Eyesight correctable to 20/20 to read numbers, reports, and computer terminals.
- Hearing within normal range.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions or irregular hours.
Nice To Haves
- Some technical training is helpful.
Responsibilities
- Study work orders, bills of materials, and blueprints to prepare for assigned work.
- Prepare bodies for Vortex and undercoating application by masking, taping, and prepping them.
- Operate spray equipment to apply Vortex and undercoating to bodies.
- Dispose of hazardous waste from the Vortex and undercoating process in accordance with federal and state laws.
- Adjust paint-spraying equipment to achieve proper flow and coating thickness.
- Inspect work after Vortex or undercoating is applied.
- Wear a respirator, paint suits, and other required personal protective equipment, and observe health and safety practices.
- Complete production and quality forms to document work.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area.
- Participate in continuous improvement programs by offering suggestions and showing initiative in areas within direct control.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Voluntary and employer-paid life insurance and disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match beginning with the employee's first contribution.
- HSA and/or FSA.
- Paid time off and company-paid holidays.
- Employee car discount program.
- Missouri Western State University tuition partnership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
