What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Polisher position at Penske Vehicle Services?
Title: Automotive Polisher
Location: Troy/Auburn Hills, MI
Shift: 6am-2:30pm M-F
Description
As a member of the polish team, an individual is tasked with performing polish work on exterior vehicle parts or components, as well as complete finished vehicles.
Essential Job Functions:
- Wet sanding and rubbing vehicles to production finish standards
- Ability to see sanding paint flaws, scratches and imperfections (Must be able to remove defects in paint)
- Rubbing individual auto parts or entire vehicle without burning through paint
- Recognizing the need to ask for assistance if needed
- Eye for inspecting incoming and outgoing vehicles
- Documenting any additional quality issues found and informing the Team Leader/Manager in a timely manner
- Maintain a clean workstation and work environment
Qualifications
- Valid drivers license
- Possess beginner to standard level of paint prep/ polish tools
- Experience working in a professional paint or body shop
- Paint equipment/product knowledge and ability to use (polisher/DA/compounds etc.)
Requires the following skills:
- Must be able to multi-task while ensuring follow up and execution of required tasks
- High degree of organization and ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment
- Oral and written communication skills, must be able to communicate effectively via telephone, email and written means
- Must be willing to assist peers, teach and help out as well as exude flexibility