Paintless Dent Repair

Paintless Dent Repair Technician (Charleston, SC)

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is a plant in Ladson, South Carolina that assembles Sprinter vans for the U.S. and Canadian market under the brands Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner. The midsize Mercedes-Benz Metris vans are also reassembled at this location.

Shape the future today. The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe.

Put your pioneering spirit to good use:
This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title.

Represents a technical expert with depth of knowledge within specialized area. Perform Paintless Dent repairs by using PDR techniques and various tools on small to midsize dent damages on exterior of vehicles to company standards.

• File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools
• Pound out small dents with a hammer, pick hammer, or punch
• Identify the most appropriate option/solution to adjust or improve existing approaches
• Plan work to be performed
• Position dolly blocks against surfaces of dented areas and beat opposite surfaces to remove dents, using hammers, metal dolly’s, air dent pullers, slide hammer dent pullers, picks, etc.
• Complete and ensure availability of appropriate documentation related to the production process
• Perform quality and visual inspection
• Modify existing processes, methods, and approaches as required
• Interpret or clarify technical information to aid understanding
• Provide guidance, coaching, and direction to more junior team members on the job
• Participate in the Continuous Improvement Program
• Work under broad supervision and participate in regularly scheduled team meetings
• Will perform other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Required:
  
  4+ years relevant experience; OR relevant certificate + 3 years relevant experience; OR associate’s degree + 1 year relevant experience
• Preferred: 5+ years relevant experience; OR relevant certificate + 4 years relevant experience; OR associate’s degree + 2 years relevant experience

• Strong problem solving skills
• Knowledge of metal finishing techniques:
  Examine and feel surface of metal to detect defects such as dents, scratches, or breaks in metal
• Experience with sheet metal and automotive body repair and rework
• Experience in a manufacturing setting
• Spot welding experience is a plus
• I-CAR training is a plus

Able To Perform The Essential Functions Of The Job

EXCELLENT COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PLAN WITH 401k MATCHING

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC has invested more than 500 million U.S. dollars in the new Sprinter plant, which officially opened in 2018. Today the MBV facility provides more than 1,600 jobs and supports at least 600 additional jobs in the region through its suppliers. More than 200,000 Sprinter and Metris vans have been assembled in North Charleston and delivered to destinations across the U.S. since 2006.

• Mitarbeiterhandy möglich
• Gesundheitsmaßnahmen
• Mitarbeiterrabatte möglich
• Mitarbeiter Events
• Parkplatz

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact:
Meg Seckinger – E-Mail: asto

Address: 8501 Palmetto Commerce Pkwy, 29456 Charleston