About this opportunity
M&L Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram lists this Autobody Painter opportunity in lexington, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Job Description M&L CDJR is seeking an EXPERIENCED and skilled Autobody Painter with team leading potential to join our Finishing Department. This position plays a key role in delivering the high-quality truck bodies and trailers our customers expect. If you take pride in producing top-tier paint finishes and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you!
About the Role
The Autobody Painter is responsible for preparing, priming, and painting truck bodies and components according to company quality and safety standards. You will ensure all finished surfaces meet durability, appearance, and performance expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare surfaces through sanding, masking, cleaning, and priming
Mix and match paint colors for accurate finish results
Apply paint coatings using spray guns (HVLP)
Inspect and correct defects such as sags, runs, or thin spots
Follow all safety, environmental, and material-handling procedures
Maintain spray guns, paint booths, and equipment
Apply undercoats, sealers, and topcoats to various surfaces (metal, fiberglass, composites)
Work with production teams to meet job timelines
Record paint usage, color codes, and job details
Perform touch-ups and final finish repairs
Qualifications
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2 years of autobody or industrial painting experience
Strong knowledge of paint prep, application techniques, and materials
Experience with HVLP spray equipment
Ability to recognize and correct finish defects
Preferred
Experience painting truck bodies or trailers
Technical/vocational training in paint application
Skills & Competencies
Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship
Strong color-matching ability
Understanding of OSHA/EPA safety practices
Ability to work independently and on a team
Dependable, punctual, and organized
Work Environment
Manufacturing/shop environment
Paint booth and shop setting
Exposure to noise, metal dust, insulation materials, fumes, and moving machinery
Required use of PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators, gloves, and protective clothing
Regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting
Physical Requirements
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, reach, and use hands and arms.
Must be able to communicate clearly
Ability to bend, reach, and work around machinery
Comfortable working in a noisy manufacturing environment
What We Offer
401(K)
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation
Health, Dental and Vision insurance at group rates
Basic Life Insurance
Accident and Critical Illness insurance
Growth opportunities
Competitive pay plans
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Worksite address
lexington, NC, 27292, US
Who can apply
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