Bead Blaster/ Powder Coat Prep Position Available In Kennebec, Maine

Bead Blaster/ Powder Coat Prep at The Shyft Group, Inc. in Waterville , Maine, United States Job Description Bead Blaster/ Powder Coat Prep | DuraMag | Waterville, ME
Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $0.00 – 0.00 What you’ll do: The Masker Paint Prep position is responsible for the preparation of cabs, truck bodies, and parts prior to painting.
Sanding of cabs in primer state as well as aluminum state Washing of cab parts before and after primer Acid washing Drying of vehicles Driving of trucks Masking of truck bodies and cabs to create several tones per vehicle Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete duties in assigned area
Read and follow detailed operator instructions, installation drawings, blueprints, etcetera, as required by a particular area
Understand, and be able to articulate, the production flow of an assigned product line or area Self-check work and inspect prior processes Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools, as required Meet production goals Maintain a clean and safe work area Initiate process improvements Support 5S in work area
Communicate with manufacturing and other cross-functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues
What you need to be successful: HS Diploma or GED required
1-year automotive paint prep experience
Excellent attendance
Positive attitude
Strong and consistent attention to detail
Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
Team oriented
Basic computer skills are required
Body and paint experience preferred
Working knowledge of application of fillers, putties, and primers Able to:
Tolerate very high heat temperatures
Be exposed to high dust & chemicals
Work overtime on short notice
Be willing to:
Wear PPE respirators for extended amount of time
Learn and rotate within all areas pertaining to this job description
Improve self /area / company (including pursuing additional training, if needed)
Develop a working knowledge of company’s systems (example: AS/400)
Why The Shyft Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Health & Wellness:

Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan

Financial Security:

401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance

Work/Life & Growth:

Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care.
At The Shyft Group, we don’t just offer benefits-we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!
Who we are:
The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands- Utilimaster, Blue Arc, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, Builtmore and Independent Truck Upfitters-are powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada.
Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, we’re leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.
The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer
Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice. The Shyft Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, Veteran status or disability.