Automotive Painter at Summit Truck Bodies – Wathena, Kansas

Summit Truck Bodies, LLC, a quality manufacturer of custom designed service and lube truck bodies, is expanding its workforce due to increasing sales. If you are a motivated team player who is committed to producing a high-quality product on time and safely, we want you on our team. Summit Truck Bodies is looking for a Automotive Painter responsible for the proper application of paint to the body and parts by operating paint spray equipment.

WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution.
• HSA and/or FSA.
• Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
• Employee Car Discount Program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare work to be accomplished by studying work order, bill of materials and blueprints.
• Operate paint spray equipment to paint surfaces of bodies and parts.
• Dispose of hazardous waste from the painting process in accordance with federal and state laws.
• Apply paint coats in accordance with company specifications.
• Adjust paint spraying equipment to get proper flow and coating thickness.
• Match or detect differences between colors, including shade of color and brightness.
• Responsible for inspecting work on an assortment of parts and bodies after paint is applied.
• Observe health and safety by wearing respirator, paint suits and all other PPE.
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Participate in all continuous improvement programs by offering suggestions and exhibiting initiative in areas within direct control.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Frequent mobility and / or sitting, standing, bending or stooping for prolonged / extended periods. Requires lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Requires working in areas which are not ventilated or air-conditioned.
• Requires eye-hand coordination sufficient to operate machinery.
• Requires exposure to chemicals and solvents.
• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
• Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to read numbers, reports and computer terminals.
• Requires hearing within normal range.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with good standing MVR.
• Some technical training helpful.
• Must have experience in automotive paint and prep work.
• Must have experience using pressure feed spray equipment.
• Attention to detail is a must!
• Able to use hand and power tools and equipment.
• Ability to operate a forklift if required.
• Ability to work with multiple priorities and constant interruptions.
• Must have basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with constant demands and shifting of priorities.
• Ability to work with all levels of employees.
• Ability to be responsive and highly efficient with relaying information.
• Ability to successfully complete respirator medical evaluation.
• Ability to successfully pass a General Abilities Assessment and Post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.

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