Painter

About JLG an Oshkosh company

JLG began in 1969 when our founder John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company and our productsincluding mobile elevating work platforms telehandlers utility vehicles and accessoriescan be found all over the world.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for applying paint and coatings to JLG products using electrostatic air-assist and other automotive-style paint equipment. This role ensures high-quality finishes through surface preparation equipment maintenance and adherence to paint specifications.

YOUR IMPACT

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned:

• Apply primer paint and touch-up coatings using spray equipment and brushes.
• Mask and unmask parts to meet specifications.
• Prepare surfaces by sanding washing and conditioning; perform light bodywork if needed.
• Disassemble clean and maintain painting equipment (pumps heaters tanks guns etc.).
• Flush tanks and lines during color changes.
• Mix paints for color accuracy viscosity and consistency.
• Perform titrations and adjust chemicals as needed for paint and related processes.
• Apply decals stencils and rust-proofing as required.
• Inspect work before during and after painting to ensure quality standards (including mil and gloss checks).
• Transport parts and materials using tuggers forklifts overhead cranes or manual carts.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area including performing preventive maintenance tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 6 months of painting experience in automotive industrial or heavy equipment settings.
• Strong math skills and basic mechanical aptitude.
• Able to wear a respirator and pass a Pulmonary Function Test (PFT).
• Ability and willingness to work overtime as needed including evenings weekends and holidays to meet business and production demands.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance in-person and on-site.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year of painting experience in a manufacturing or body shop environment.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot minor issues.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.

• This position is based in a manufacturing or production environment and may involve exposure to loud noise dust moving machinery or temperature fluctuations.
• The role may require standing for extended periods repetitive motions lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds and up to 30 pounds sustained bending kneeling climbing or using tools and equipment.
• Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when required.
• Visual and auditory acuity are needed for safe equipment operation and effective communication in a busy workspace.
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure access to all essential job functions.

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Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporations legal duty to furnish information.

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