Automotive Painter

The following description is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the discretion of adding or changing the duties of the position at any time.

SUMMARY

Painters complete all paint preparation processes for vehicles according to work instruction specifications. May also prime, edge, or jam replacement part

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the
• Reads blueprints
• Uses measuring tape, levels, squares for installations based on Engineering documentation (metric is preferred)
• Use of standard hand tools where applicable
• Complete all paint preparation processes for vehicles according to factory specification including the direction of the mentoring Painter
• Use of power tools such as electric and pneumatic tools where applicable
• Use of lacquers, primers, synthetic enamels polyurethane, clear coat and epoxy with spray guns Installation and removal of fasteners such as nuts, bolts and rivets
• Knowledge of paint booth preparation for spraying applications
• May be responsible for wet sanding/buffing to ensure the paint finish meets quality standards
• Use of a spray gun (HVLP) and maintenance.
• Must have experience using consumables such as (various grits of sandpapers, degreasers, Proper cleaning towels ext.)
• Responsible for taping, masking, sanding, buffing and other prepare for paint work as instructed
• Experience with Axalta and PPG paint system products preferred
• Responsible for preparing unit for painting: sanding, blocking, applying putty and visual inspection
• Performs bodywork (filling, blocking, bodyline creating/moving)
• Must know how to mix and apply primers, polyurethane and epoxy
• Disassembles and reassembles body components
• Performs dent repair using filler
• Performs metal finish processes
• Mixing of Bondo required, Fiber Glass preferred
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Balances team and individual responsibilities
• Upholds organizational values
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Proper use of PPE and observes safety and security procedures other duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

Ability to work in team environment. • Desire to contribute to success of company with hard work and dedication. • Ability to read, interpret and apply instructions from blueprints and/or engineering work instructions. • 5 years’ experience painting in automotive industry.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works around hazardous machinery; in exterior weather and may work under inclement conditions; loud noise environment and a confined workspace. The employee is occasionally required to work nights; exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high temperatures; fumes, and toxic or caustic chemicals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; significant climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 15% sitting, 40% walking, and 45% standing, push; pull; bend; climb stairs; use hands to finger; kneel; file; reach below shoulders; and drive a motor vehicle. The employee is occasionally required to recline; reach above shoulders; lift 50 pounds; lift from the floor or at arm level; and lift bulky items. The job is performed under some temperature extremes. Specific vision abilities required of this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSABILITIES

      None

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED. One year of related experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

ADDITIONAL ELEGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

None required for this position.

PAY RANGE:  $17.50-$25.00/hour