Under direct supervision, the Paint Prep Technician II will carry out paint preparation work to the absolute highest standards on our Singer luxury vehicles. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, filing, grinding, masking, prepping, and sanding to precise standards in a manner that demonstrates, “Everything is Important.” 

Essential Functions 

• Preps vehicles for paint application and ensures quality assurance to precise company standards 
• Properly fills depressions with body filler and ensures a quality repair 
• Carefully and accurately masks any areas that are not meant to be painted 
• Works with Lead and Production Supervisor to ensure production demands meets the specified production schedule 
• Works daily tasks lists set out by Lead/Production Supervisor 
• Reports daily vehicle build status to Lead/Production Supervisor 
• Performs operational procedure according to required engineering specifications 
• Ensures workflow is tracked and on time through daily meetings
• Reports any issues, delays, and all non-conformances in production line to Lead and ensure correction in a timely manner to Lead/Production Supervisor 
• Reports any material shortage/part defect to Lead/Production Supervisor 
• Uses hammers/dollies to fix minor metalwork 
• Files, grinds, and sands repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools 
• Replaces bolts on panels and aligns properly 
• Maintains proper care and organization of tools and equipment for minimum painting downtime 
• Follows proper operating rules, procedures, and standardized workflow 
• Partners and provides clear communication with other team members and departments involved in the vehicle reconditioning process 
• Maintains a clean and productive work environment by keeping tools and supplies organized throughout the Paint Department 
• Ensures all environmental permit conditions, tracking data and hazardous waste is handled according to regulations and company policy 
• Works in a cross-functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrates the ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals 
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work environment
• Assists other team members as necessary 
• Performs all other duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in paint preparation for high-end luxury automobiles, hot rods, or restoration shops 

Skills/Abilities and Attributes 

• Experience using various hand and power tools and equipment 
• Must possesses high attention to detail, adhere to high standards, and work well in a dedicated team environment where, “Everything is Important” 
• Must possess a growth mindset approach to learning and be able to accept constructive feedback 
• Effective written and verbal communications skills; ability to express ideas clearly and actively listen to others 
• Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to multiple deadlines 
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently 
• Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines and to meet deadlines 
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic 

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 5:00 am - 1:30 pm with overtime as needed.

Equal Employment OpportunityWe are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.

Department: Production and Quality
This is a non-management position
This is a full-time position