Wheel Remanufacturing Technician (Cream Ridge, NJ)

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About Dent Wizard

Dent Wizard is the nation’s undisputed leader in automotive reconditioning services and vehicle protection products – and our success is the result of the great people who serve our customers. We’re stable, growing and have a strong business model, with opportunities in 43 states, 2.5 million vehicles repaired every year and more than 3,000 highly skilled employees. Help us reach new heights and receive the respect, rewards and recognition you deserve.

As a Wheel Remanufacturing Technician III your essential job functions include:

Working on site in our Dent Wizard wheel remanufacturing facility, you’ll fix cosmetic damages (curb and road rash, peeling, scrapes, gouges, oxidation and bent wheels) using spray-painting and powder coating equipment, power tools and work aids. Tasks include painting surfaces, inspecting wheels, prepping and buffing defects, mixing colors and powder coating.

Perform the following items (80%)

Inspection :

• Thoroughly inspect wheels for color matching.
• Determine paint and powder process for full restoration to factory specification.

Repair and Restoration:

• Mix paint colors to color match wheels
• Powder coat wheels to industry standard
• Re-paint or re-finish the wheels to match the original appearance or as specified by the customer.

Quality Control:

• Conduct thorough quality control inspection to ensure finish product meets factory specification

Quality Control and Service Excellence (20%)

• Perform quality checks to ensure that the wheels meet safety and appearance standards.
• Make any necessary adjustments or repairs.
• Mix to specified color using standard formulas or color charts and Paint surfaces of wheels using spray-painting equipment

Other Duties as Assigned

Competencies Required

• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Communication Skills
• Process and Planning Orientation

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar environment
• Must be proficient in automotive parts preparation, reconditioning, buffing and sanding
• Knowledge of wheel repair and restoration techniques
• Great communication skills to interact with customers
• Manual dexterity for repetitive-motion tasks; proficiency with hand and power tools
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation and the ability to work independently

Physical Job Requirements

• Work in well-ventilated automotive repair shops or refurbishing facilities
• Physical stamina to frequently kneel, bend and squat, as well as lift up to 45 pounds; lift heavy wheels and work in various weather conditions.

Drug Policy

• All applicants being considered for employment must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

The starting compensation is expected to be:

We offer a competitive & comprehensive benefit package including: paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and 401k match (50% on the dollar up to 7% of employee contribution). For more information on our benefit offerings, please visit our Dealer Tire Family of Companies Benefits Highlights Booklet .

EOE Statement: Dent Wizard is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities.

*ADA Disclosure: Any candidate who feels that they may need an accommodation to complete this application, or any portions of same, based on the impact of a disability should contact Dent Wizard's Human Resources Department to discuss your specific needs. Please feel free to contact us at [email protected].