Paint/Body Worker (Paint Shop) Firetrucks

The Paint / Body Worker (Body Shop) position is responsible for finishing cabs and parts to Spartan's quality standards, prior to painting.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Repair defects Perform pre-sanding, body filler, roll prime, sanding, and metal finishing, as needed Lead / perform lean events Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete duties in assigned area Wear air or form fitting respirators for extended amounts of time Work off ground-level, on ladders and lifts, as needed Read and follow detailed operator instructions, as required by a particular area Understand, and be able to articulate, the body shop and paint processes 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 Work in close proximity with customer, as needed Solve complex problems with minimal assistance

QUALIFICATIONS

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 No critical shortcomings on last performance review 3 years of body shop experience Strong knowledge of metail finishing Working knowledge of application of fillers, including polyester fillers, putties, and primers Demonstrate high quality body work Able to: Tolerate very high heat temperatures Be exposed to high dust & chemicals Work overtime on short notice Willing to: Improve self / area / company (including pursuing additional training, if needed) Develop a working knowledge of Spartan's systems (example: AS/400)

Pay:

From $21.25 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person