Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC

Paint Technician

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC, Charleston, SC (On-site)

Job Type Full-time
Experience Mid-level
Posted 16 hours 4 minutes ago
On-site Mid-level Level

Shape the future today. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow, with opportunities for professional and personal growth through training and career development.

2nd and 3rd shift positions are available.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare the workplace for manual activities and retrieve required materials, documents, tools, and supplies.
  • Maintain stock levels, organization, and proper 5S practices.
  • Seal interior and exterior seams.
  • Spray or lay out PVC protection and Sika while meeting required surface quality standards.
  • Polish and buff parts and bodies, clean polishing residue, inspect completed work, and make repairs as needed.
  • Perform visual inspections and document results when necessary.
  • Perform sanding operations.
  • Resolve minor paint-tool and equipment issues, including filter cleaning and nozzle changes.
  • Disassemble, clean, reassemble, and check tools and equipment such as nozzles, lances, pistols, bells, and injectors.
  • Assist less experienced employees with training.
  • Inspect all parts and van bodies, recording defects in the quality reporting system.
  • Follow instructions, work schemes, safety requirements, and participate in continuous improvement activities and team meetings.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • At least 2 years of relevant manufacturing experience, or a relevant certificate and at least 1 year of relevant experience.
  • Preferred: at least 3 years of relevant experience, or a relevant certificate and at least 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Basic craftsmanship and technical understanding.
  • Familiarity with basic hand and power tools.
  • Experience using buffers and sanders on automotive paint preferred.
  • Experience in an automotive paint environment preferred.
  • Ability to perform the essential job functions and willingness to work overtime and weekends as required.

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC offers an excellent compensation and benefits plan with 401(k) matching and is committed to an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunity.

Contact: Lauren Ramel, lauren.ramel@mercedes-benz.com.

Similar Job Openings