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Auto Body Technician

Ken Garner Manufacturing Co, Chattanooga, TN, United States


Ken Garner Manufacturing is seeking a Prep for Paint / Body Technician to join our team in one of our production locations in Chattanooga, TN or Rural Hall, NC or Victoria, Texas. As a manufacturer of high tonnage deep-drawn parts, finished steel weldments, and counterweights for Heavy Equipment and Mobile Cranes for OEMs in heavy industries, we are looking for someone with experience in the machinery industry to join us. Ken Garner Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. All applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and a background check.

Responsibilities

Prepare and sand equipment components to be painted before applying paint and primer materials

Masking and covering of surfaces that do not require painting or touch-up

Apply topcoat paint to equipment components

Operate paint equipment such as paint guns and abrasive blasting equipment

Perform quality inspection on painted components and make necessary touch-up

Maintain accurate log and documentation of painting activities

Communicate with production teams to ensure timely completion and delivery of products

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; trade school certification a plus

Minimum 2 years of experience in a related role in the machinery industry

Knowledge of paint and finishing techniques

Understanding of paint application equipment, including spray guns

Ability to utilize sanding and grinding equipment

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and ISO quality systems a plus

Strong attention to detail and quality

Ability to work in a team environment and follow safety policies and standards

Benefits

10 paid holidays + 1 week vacation after 6 months, 2 weeks after 18 months, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 10.

Medical, dental and vision insurance is offered at very reasonable rates. Family coverage is approximately $85 per week.

Company paid life insurance for employee, optional coverage is available for family at additional discounted cost.

Uniforms provided.

Pay is weekly.

Regularly scheduled performance reviews.

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