Automotive Paint Technician
Company:
Express Employment
Location:
Orem, UT, 84057
Payment:
$17 - $18
Payment Interval:
Hour
Schedule:
Full
Workplace:
On-site
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Located in Orem, UT
Salary: $17 - $18/ hours
Job Title: Paint Prep Associate
Department: Manufacturing / Finishing
Reports To: Paint/Finishing Supervisor
Job Summary
The Paint Prep Associate is responsible for preparing gun safes and metal components for painting and finishing. This role is critical to ensuring a high-quality, durable finish by properly cleaning, sanding, masking, and inspecting surfaces prior to paint application. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while following safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications & Skills
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Schedule & Compensation
Why Work With Us
#3420UT
Express Office: Provo
663 N 1890 W
Provo, UT 84601
Located in Orem, UT
Salary: $17 - $18/ hours
Job Title: Paint Prep Associate
Department: Manufacturing / Finishing
Reports To: Paint/Finishing Supervisor
Job Summary
The Paint Prep Associate is responsible for preparing gun safes and metal components for painting and finishing. This role is critical to ensuring a high-quality, durable finish by properly cleaning, sanding, masking, and inspecting surfaces prior to paint application. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while following safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare metal gun safes and components for painting by sanding, grinding, cleaning, and masking surfaces
- Inspect parts for defects, weld imperfections, rust, oil, or debris prior to paint application
- Perform surface preparation using hand tools, power tools, and abrasive equipment
- Mask hardware, hinges, locks, and other components to protect during painting
- Maintain cleanliness of prep and paint areas to meet quality and safety standards
- Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and handling of chemicals/materials
- Communicate issues or defects to supervisors before parts move to the paint stage
- Assist paint technicians as needed to maintain workflow and production schedules
- Perform basic material handling and staging of parts before and after prep
Qualifications & Skills
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Prior manufacturing, metal fabrication, or paint prep experience a plus (but not required)
- Ability to use hand and power tools safely (grinders, etc.)
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable working in an industrial environment with noise, dust, and paint materials
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Standing, bending, lifting, and repetitive motion required
- Use of respirators, gloves, eye protection, and other PPE
- Exposure to paint prep materials, solvents, and metal dust
Schedule & Compensation
- Full-time, Monday-Friday (with occasional overtime as needed)
- Hourly pay based on experience
- Benefits available
Why Work With Us
- Stable manufacturing company with a strong reputation for quality
- Opportunity to grow into paint technician or finishing roles
- Clean, safety-focused work environment
#3420UT
Express Office: Provo
663 N 1890 W
Provo, UT 84601