Bead Blaster/Powder Coat Technician

We are seeking a skilled Bead Blaster/Powder Coat Technician to join our team at The Shyft Group. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for preparing cabs, truck bodies, and parts for painting.

• Sand cabs in primer state and aluminum state
• Wash cab parts before and after primer
• Perform acid washing
• Dry vehicles
• Drive trucks
• Mask truck bodies and cabs to create multiple tones per vehicle
• Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete duties in assigned area
• Read and follow detailed operator instructions, installation drawings, blueprints, etc.
• Understand and articulate production flow of assigned product line or area
• Self-check work and inspect prior processes
• Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools
• Meet production goals
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Initiate process improvements
• Support 5S in work area
• Communicate with manufacturing and other cross-functional teams to resolve issues

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1-year automotive paint prep experience
• Excellent attendance
• Positive attitude
• Strong and consistent attention to detail
• Self-motivated with ability to stay on task
• Team-oriented
• Basic computer skills required
• Body and paint experience preferred
• Working knowledge of application of fillers, putties, and primers

• Comprehensive benefits programs
• Medical and Rx Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Dental and Vision Plan
• Healthcare Flexible Spending
• Wellness Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Savings
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Company Provided Life and Dependent Life Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Educational Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dependent Care FSA

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to offering a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture that empowers our employees to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families.