Adler Pelzer Group · 5 months ago
Autobody Technician/Paint - Multiple Shifts
Salem, Virginia, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$25/hr - $28/hrAdler Pelzer Group is a global Tier 1 supplier in the automotive industry, recently expanding its operations in the USA. They are seeking experienced Painters/Finishers to support the opening of a new facility in Salem, Virginia, focusing on Class A surface components for heavy trucks.
AutomotiveManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Sprays surfaces of, manufactured products, or producat area with protective or decorative material, such as primer, paint, enamel, using spray gun: Cleans grease and dirt from product, using materials, such as lacquer thinner, soap, and water
Applies masking tape over parts and areas that are not to be coated
May manually manipulate parts into the proper carrier/hanger to provide for proper spraying/drying
Sands/preps the primer surface to include removing defects and to fill cavities and dents with body filler and putty to attain smooth surface
Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce desired color, according to specifications, using paddle or mechanical mixer
Pours coating liquid into spray container and connects gun to air hose
Turns sprayer valves and nozzle to regulate width and pressure of spray according to knowledge of painting technique
Pulls trigger and directs spray onto work surface to apply prime or finish coat
Cleans spraying equipment and brushes with solvent
Capable of doing spot repair on parts, using blending clear to cut in edges
Wet sand small defects and buff paint back to original shine
Qualification
Required
Experience in automotive paint and body repair
Excellent communication skills (verbal/written)
Excellent visual acuity to identify flaws in Class A painted surfaces
High school diploma or GED
Preferred
Experience in paint surfaces, paint sprayers, and paint booths preferred
Certifications from apprentice or training programs preferred
Benefits
Competitive pay and generous benefits package along with the opportunity to be a part of a strong team and growing one’s career
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance options from day one
Generous and flexible paid time off
401(K) match, fully vested
Company provided life insurance, short term and long-term disability insurances, employee assistance program
Variety of automobile purchase discounts (Stellantis (FCA), BMW, Ford, GM, Subaru-many others)
Tuition reimbursement and professional development
Company
Adler Pelzer Group
The Adler Pelzer Group is a global leader in acoustic and thermal component and system design, engineering, and production.
Founded in 1969
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase