Metal Preparation Technician - 3rd Shift

About the Role

Kewaunee Fabrications, an Oshkosh Corporation company, is hiring motivated individuals for our Metal Preparation (Washer) position. In this role, you will prepare metal surfaces for painting and coating by removing contaminants and ensuring proper surface quality. If you take pride in hands-on work and attention to detail, this is a great opportunity to join a stable team that values quality and consistency.

What We Offer

Starting Pay: $24.87/hour

Shift Premium: +$1.00/hour for 2nd and 3rd shifts

Wage Progression: Increases every 6 months until top pay, then annually

Benefits

Full Benefits Package (eligible after 30 days), including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match and Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Stock Purchase Program
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Programs

Shift Overview

3rd Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Includes a paid lunch

Always-available, completely voluntary overtime before or after your shift

Key Responsibilities / Your Impact

• Prepare metal surfaces for coating by removing oils, grease, and contaminants
• Operate hand-held and automated washing and surface preparation equipment
• Ensure surfaces meet required cleanliness and profile standards
• Mix and monitor wash solutions to meet company and customer requirements
• Assist with basic prime coat painting as needed
• Move, position, and handle materials safely throughout the process

Every employee is expected to

• Complete required paperwork, labor reporting, and material tracking
• Work safely and maintain a clean, organized work environment
• Perform self-inspections and support quality standards
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment
• Assist with training and support team members
• Help in higher-level tasks as needed

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read and write with basic mechanical aptitude
• Ability to follow instructions and work with moderate supervision
• Ability to frequently lift and/or carry up to 35 pounds (lifting devices available)

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Additional information

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.