Painter Job Bristol Indiana USA,Manufacturing / Production

Painter 1 | Utilimaster | Bristol, IN (Main)

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt

What you'll do:

Responsible for painting full sized vehicles with very minimal defects
Perform preventive maintenance on paint equipment
Identify and spot repair paint defects in accordance with appearance specification
Verify cleaning chemical concentrations
Pre-treat and prep cabs and parts for paint
Spray base coat and clear coat
Mix tints following a formula to match paint codes
Maintain accurate documentation of paint codes
Coordinate material movement within the paint area
Load and unload parts on racking or carts per process documentation
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
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
Solve complex problems with minimal assistance
Know various customer vehicles and trucks
Ability to mask multiple color units & train FAP Paint
Undercoat
Paint Touch Up
Wheel Alignment

What you need to be successful:

QUALIFICATIONS:

HS Diploma or GED required (Automotive paint certification or vocational school certificate preferred)
Minimum 1-2 years Automotive paint 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
No critical shortcomings on last performance review
Demonstrated understanding of Paint materials and cleaning chemicals
Vocational training for automotive finishing, preferred

ABLE TO:

Tolerate very high heat temperatures, high dust, and exposure to chemicals
Work overtime on short notice

BE WILLING TO:

Wear PPE respirators for extended amount of time
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, Dura Mag, 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

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