Auto Body Paint Prep Technician

Auto Body Prep Technician

Originally established as Fibreworks Composites in 2009 by Guenther Steiner and Joe Hofmann, we grew to become the largest privately-owned composite manufacturer in the U.S. In 2019, we launched Composite Factory, an AS9100 / ISO-certified sister company serving the Aerospace, Aero Structures, Aviation, Defense, and Medical industriessectors that demand the highest levels of traceability, certification, and quality. Now fully operating under the Composite Factory name, we have united our teams, experience, and capabilities under one brand.

Rooted in motorsports, we are fully vertically integrated, bringing engineering, machining, tool-making, and production under one roof to deliver advanced Composite Structures with speed, precision, and unmatched quality. Join a team pushing the boundaries of advanced composites and building the future of the industry!

Position Overview:

The Auto Body Prep Technician is responsible for preparing parts for paint, ensuring surfaces are properly prepped, and supporting the overall refinishing process. This role requires knowledge of surface preparation, masking, sanding, and the application of primers and coatings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates and uses all painting equipment in accordance with safety standards.
• Prepares surface for bonding and aesthetics.
• Masks and protects parts that are not to be painted or coated.
• Fills cavities with putty to attain smooth surface.
• Knows how to properly sand, featheredge and prep for paint.
• Mixes primer, paint and surface treatments in accordance to specifications.
• Selects and mixes coating liquid to produce desired color.
• Inspects primed / painted units for quality of workmanship.
• Look for ways to improve and promote quality, monitors own work to ensure quality and applies feedback.
• Maintains tools and keeps equipment clean and in a proper state of repair.
• Keeps work area clean.
• Maintains and wears all required safety and health personal protective equipment, including respirator, in the manner recommended by the equipment manufacturer.
• Complies with all laws and regulations pertaining to paint, thinners, and other hazardous materials. Reports any deviations to management.
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the repair and prepping of vehicles.
• Consistently utilizes all required safe equipment and follows proper refinishing procedures in compliance with OSHA guidelines.
• Adheres to all requirements hazardous waste disposal.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring to the Team:

• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience in auto body preparation or a related field.
• Must be able to pass required respirator fit testing and remain clean-shaven in areas where a tight-fitting respirator seals to the face, in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Must be able to wear a tight-fitting respirator for the duration of the assigned shift, as required by the position.
• Successfully complete all applicable respiratory protection requirements, including a medical evaluation and respirator fit testing.
• Complete annual fit testing, with additional medical evaluations as required.
• Knowledge of various painting techniques and surface preparation.
• Ability to use hand tools and mechanical equipment, including sanders, grinders, and spray guns.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Familiarity with automotive painting processes, including primers, base coats, and clear coats.
• Ability to read and interpret repair orders, blueprints, or diagrams.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and procedures in an auto body repair shop.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds and work in various physical conditions.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident in compliance with ITAR regulations.

Our Investment in You:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• 401(k) matching after 6 months tenure
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and sick days
• Employee referral program
• Shift differential for 2nd shift employees
• Potential to earn quarterly discretionary bonuses based on company performance
• Discounts on select services/products
• Climate-controlled work environment

Hours of Operation:

1st Shift 7:00 AM 4:00 PM; 2nd Shift 4:00 PM 1:00 AM; Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends, overtime, and holidays as scheduled by leadership.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, or sitting.
• Climbing, balancing, bending, reaching, handling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, or pulling.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or moving materials, products, tools, or equipment.
• Using computers, machinery, material-handling equipment, hand tools, power tools, or other job-related equipment.
• Performing work that requires hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and the handling of small parts or components.
• Working around moving mechanical equipment and in areas with varying noise levels, temperatures, fumes, airborne particles, dust, chemicals, or other manufacturing-related conditions.
• Wearing required personal protective equipment, which may include safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, protective footwear, respirators, or other designated PPE.
• Using close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision, color recognition, and the ability to adjust focus when required by the position.

The specific work environment and physical requirements will depend on the essential functions of the position. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Composite Factory is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.