Body Shop Painter - Shreveport Port Team

COME BE A PART OF OUR EXCELLENT TEAM! Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 100% Company Paid Employee Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability 14 paid Company Holidays 80 Hours of Vacation 40+ Hours of Sick  401K w/ GENEROUS Match Eligible Tuition Reimbursement Eligible for Auto Allowance Eligible for Wellness Reimbursement of up to $50.00 Per Month   About Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc. GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.   SUMMARY The Body Shop Painter position will be responsible for performing minor bodywork, priming, and painting vehicles back to factory standards as well as wet sand and buff vehicles after the refinishing process. Contributes to the success of the team, assists others and requests help when needed.   Responsibilities: Prep Vehicles Inspects body work prior to painting and prep vehicles for paint Applies masking tape over parts and areas that are not to be coated Inspect vehicle damage Buffer Sand Primer Body filler Paint Vehicles to factory standards Check color codes selects toners and mixes paint and performs spray outs of all colors being used Sprays surfaces of vehicles back to factory standards then applies clear coat Use of PPG System Inspect body work prior to painting Mix paint to produce desired color Paint vehicle inside Heated spray booth (temp of 90-160 F) Apply finish using appropriate spray techniques (gun arc, angle, distance, travel speed, and spray pattern overlap) for the finish being applied Tool & Material Maintenance Cleans spraying equipment with solvent Disposal of paint / materials Select and use proper personal safety equipment for surface preparation, spray gun and related equipment operation, paint mixing, matching and application, paint defects, and detailing (glove, suits, hoods, eye and ear protection, etc.); take necessary precautions with hazardous operations and materials according to federal, state, and local regulations Apply two-component finishing filler to minor surface imperfections Inspect, clean, and determine condition of spray guns and related equipment (air hoses, regulators, air lines, air source, spray environment, and fillers) Other duties as assigned   Skills Experience with priming, auto bodywork use of hand-held power tools Required Ability to read and write and understand SDS materials Required Must have good color vision Required Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace Required   Excellent written and oral communication skills Required Requires flexibility with schedule including break times as well as working extended hours, weekends, and holidays Required Ability to manage priorities and strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills Required Ability to drive both automatic and straight shift vehicles Required Must be able to work with minimal supervision, work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and have strong interpersonal skills Required Ability to work cross functionally with the ability to conduct positive interaction communication, skills and strengths Required Must have a general knowledge of automobile components Required   Education & Experience High School Diploma/G.E.D Required Associates or higher Preferred Must hold a valid state-issued driver's license without restrictions Required 2 years of experience in automotive painting and bodywork experience Required OEM Paint Certification in Paint Application Required Automotive or Technical Certification Required Valid Driver's License & Clear MVR Required   Physical Requirements Drive Lift up to 50 lbs Carry up to 50 lbs Push/pull Bend/stoop Kneel Squat/crouch Sit, stand, walk constantly Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.   Working and Environmental Conditions This position works in a plant manufacturing/warehouse setting at Shreveport, LA Exposure to loud noises from vehicles and heavy machinery Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions Exposure to chemicals/fumes   The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of skills and abilities required to do the job. Glovis America, Inc. reserves the right to alter and change this job description at any time without notice based on business needs