Sander I FT

## Description
**Reports to:** Production Supervisor
**Department:** Manufacturing
**Classification:** Non-Exempt
**Travel:** None
**JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**

• Sand and clean materials prior to painting using approved tools, equipment, and cleaning solutions.
• Repair surfaces using appropriate fillers, compounds, and preparation materials.
• Prepare and maintain paint booths, including changing filters during and after paint operations as required.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels of sanding and repair materials.
• Follow OSHA regulations and all company safety procedures.
• Perform a variety of sanding and surface preparation tasks while continuously developing skills to support changing production needs.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

## Qualifications
**EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:**

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous sanding and surface preparation experience preferred
• Experience with Bondo or similar surface repair products preferred
• Experience using orbital sanders and related sanding equipment preferred
• Basic knowledge of spray paint equipment setup, teardown, and cleaning procedures preferred
• Experience mixing paints to specifications, including polyurethane, latex, and other coatings as preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and Lock Out/Tag Out procedures preferred
• Familiarity with the following specifications preferred:
• MIL-PRF-85285 Paint Performance Specifications
• A-A-1800 Varnish Performance Specifications
• A-A-59166 Non-Slip Coating

**SKILLS/ABILITIES:**

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work both independently and effectively in teams
• Ability to operate automated and semi-automated machines
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for several hours a day

**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift over 50 pounds as needed.
• Must be able to conduct repetitive motions on a daily basis

This job description does not imply these are the only duties to be performed. The incumbent in this position will perform such other tasks as may be required for the effective operations of the Division/Department upon request by his/her supervisor.

***Please note:*** *Under the AbilityOne Program, Vibrant Works gives hiring preference to individuals who are legally blind. Any decision to disclose a disability by an applicant related to the hiring preference is completely voluntary. Requesting such information is also a part of our affirmative action efforts. Information that is disclosed will remain confidential. Also, your decision not to disclose disability status will not have a negative impact in the hiring process.*

**Vibrant Works is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, the use of a dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.**