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1st Shift Automotive Paint Buffing Specialist

Armada Staffing Group

FORT WAYNE, IN

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$18–$20 Per Hour
SKILLS
Body Shop, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Detail Oriented, Life Insurance, Logistics, Organizational Skills, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Parts Sales, Polishing, Quality Metrics, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Surface Preparation and Characterization, Team Player, Vision Plan, Warehousing
LOCATION
FORT WAYNE, IN
POSTED
26 days ago
Job Title: 1st Shift Automotive Paint Buffing Specialist
 Location: Fort Wayne, IN.
 Pay: $18.00–$20.00/hour (depending on experience)
About Us
 Armada Staffing Group connects reliable, hardworking professionals with top employers. Since our founding, we've focused on building lasting partnerships that help candidates grow and succeed in industrial, logistics, and warehouse roles.
Benefits & Perks
 • $18.00–$20.00 hourly pay (based on experience)
 • Full-time, 1st shift schedule,  Weekly pay
 • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
 • Climate-controlled, organized work environment
Summary
 • Full-time, 1st shift opportunity in an automotive paint and finishing shop
 • Buff and polish painted automotive parts to meet high-quality standards
 • Perform wet sanding and light surface preparation as needed
 • Inspect finished parts for defects and ensure a smooth, contaminant-free surface
 • Ideal for candidates with automotive paint, body shop, or detailing experience
Responsibilities
 • Wet sand parts with appropriate materials prior to buffing
 • Buff and polish painted parts to achieve a smooth, contaminant-free finish
 • Inspect painted parts for defects or imperfections and take corrective action
 • Work closely with the painting team to ensure all parts meet quality specifications
 • Perform light sanding and surface preparation prior to painting as needed
 • Maintain a clean and organized workspace
 • Follow all safety procedures and company guidelines
Requirements
 • Minimum of 1 year of experience in paint buffing and polishing
 • Knowledge of buffing equipment, compounds, and techniques
 • Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify surface imperfections
 • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
 • Strong communication skills and ability to follow instructions
 • Reliable, detail-oriented, and quality-focused mindset Schedule
 • 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
 • No Saturdays, weekends, or holidays 

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