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Additionally, the Buffer polishes finished ambulances to achieve a high-quality exterior appearance.\nKey Responsibilities\nInspect and prepare surfaces of ambulance components for painting, including sanding, filling, and smoothing imperfections.\nOperate hand and power tools safely and efficiently for surface preparation tasks.\nApply primers, sealers, or other preparatory coatings as required by specifications.\nIdentify surface defects, inconsistencies, or damage and report or correct them per standard procedures.\nCollaborate with Painters, Assemblers, and Quality Control to ensure parts meet visual and structural standards.\nPolish finished ambulances to achieve a high-quality exterior appearance.\nMaintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.\nAssist with moving, staging, and organizing parts and assemblies for production workflow.\nDocument and communicate progress, issues, and completed work to supervisors and team leads.\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives in surface preparation processes, tools, and materials.\nRequired Qualifications\nHigh school diploma or equivalent.\nPrevious experience in manufacturing, automotive, or related industries preferred.\nFamiliarity with hand and power sanding tools, buffers, and surface preparation techniques.\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to quality.\nAbility to work in a team environment and follow instructions precisely.\nPhysical ability to stand for extended periods, lift components, and perform repetitive tasks.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in emergency vehicle or custom vehicle manufacturing.\nKnowledge of body filler, primers, and automotive finishing materials.\nBasic understanding of production workflow and lean manufacturing principles.\nCore Competencies\nAttention to detail\nManual dexterity and hand-eye coordination\nTeam collaboration\nSafety awareness\nTime management and efficiency\nWork Environment & Physical Requirements\nManufacturing floor environment.\nExposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals; use of PPE required.\nAbility to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods.","company":"Folienceinc","rawCompany":"folienceinc","city":"Sumner","state":"IA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:51:32.718Z","occupations":[{"code":"49-3021.00","title":"Automotive Body and Related Repairers","slug":"automotive-body-and-related-repairers"},{"code":"51-9124.00","title":"Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","slug":"coating-painting-and-spraying-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"51-9123.00","title":"Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers","slug":"painting-coating-and-decorating-workers"}],"industries":[{"code":"336211","title":"Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing","slug":"motor-vehicle-body-manufacturing"},{"code":"811121","title":"Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance","slug":"automotive-body-paint-and-interior-repair-and-maintenance"},{"code":"621910","title":"Ambulance Services","slug":"ambulance-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Buffer","description":"The Buffer is responsible for the preparation, finishing, and surface treatment of ambulance components and assemblies, ensuring smooth and defect-free surfaces prior to painting and final assembly. 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