Paint Operator - 1st Shift
Listed on 2026-07-26
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Assembly, Quality Engineering, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Paint Operator - 1st Shift
Location:
Van Wert, OH
Your skill. Our mission. One exceptional ambulance at a time.
Job Title:
Painter
Reports to:
Paint Team Leader, Coatings VS Manager
Location:
Van Wert, Ohio
Travel:
Limited
Organization:
Braun
Mission:
We make life better, one relationship and one vehicle at a time.
Vision:
To be the partner of choice, dedicated to safety and innovation, delivering an exceptional customer experience through empowered employees.
Summary of Responsibilities:
To prepare the vehicle for the painting process; to perform high quality automotive painting on vehicle chassis, vehicle module, cabinets and/or small parts. To perform high quality coating applications such as interior and exterior grade linings; to assemble and apply the stripe layouts to the vehicle using established prints and layout designs or by creating new prints and designs.
Summary of
Activities:
Responsibilities
- Activities
- Approx. % - Measure of success (Key indicator)
Comprehend work orders
- Receive, review and interpret instructions and prints for each unit or job. Plan details of working procedure, tooling and material requirements - 20%
Sanding
- Module, chassis and other assembly parts as needed - 50%
Masking and unmasking
- Module and chassis as needed - 25%
Assembly and disassembly of module and chassis - 25%
Color creation and paint mixing
- Applying the stripe layout and painting vehicle's stripe and painting the vehicle's chassis and module - 25%
Mask off and unmasking the chassis and module - 25%
Degrease the stripe area - 15%
Painting of miscellaneous small parts and the vehicle's doors
- Application of all coating/lining products to require vehicle assemblies both manufactured and purchased - 25%
Prep Paint and Painting
- Formula mixing and color blending, painting of single stage, base/clear coat or tri-coat applications - 75%
Verification and inspection of final finish - 25%
Layout and lettering design and application - 20%
Complete minor painting operations
- Touch-up minor defects from paint operation - 25%
Technical Skills/Competencies (technical knowledge, education and experience)
High School diploma or equivalent
Two years prior working experience in automotive painting with AXALTA paints
Experience with multi-color painting applications
Experience with formula mixing and color blending
Experience with bodywork, sanding, masking, hand/air tools and tape measure
Personality Traits / Core Skills
High cooperation with bodywork and vehicle prep departments
Essential Functions/Physical Requirements
Ability to pass spirometric testing and physical requirements
Cleanliness and operation of equipment including earplugs, respirators, spray gun and hoses
Complete all work as detailed in the summary of responsibilities of this position profile at acceptable productivity and quality levels
Demonstrate all technical skills/competencies and core skills as referenced in this job specification at acceptable productivity and quality levels
Demonstrate reasonable and reliable attendance
Maintain any required licensures and/or certifications
Operate all job-related equipment or machines at acceptable productivity and quality levels
Successfully pass a post offer drug test, as well as random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug and alcohol test thereafter
Ability to lift and move up to 100 pounds with assistance, regularly require to walk, talk and hear, reach with hands and arms, stand, crouch and kneel; frequently required to use hand to finger dexterity in order to handle objects, tools, and/or controls; occasionally required to stoop or crawl
About Us
At Braun Ambulances, we are committed to building the safest, highest-quality emergency vehicles in the industry. We value teamwork, innovation, and a culture where safety comes first. Braun Ambulances is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a safe and inclusive workplace for all employees.
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