Assembler I

Date: Oct 21, 2025

Location:

Elkhart, IN, US, 46514

Company: REV Group, Inc.

Work Hours: Mon-Fri 5a-1:30p, 30 min lunch

Additional Locations:
Requisition ID: 25648

Our custom Sprinter RV camper offers a remarkable blend of luxury, utility, and technology that feels like a private jet with wheels instead of wings. Step inside, and you are immersed in first-class amenities offering the perfect escape from outside. And the perfect escape to… wherever. With a Mercedes Sprinter RV camper converted to your specifications and crafted to Midwest Automotive Designs’ high standards, you will make the most of every hour. Every day. And every memorable weekend.

Midwest Automotive Designs is part of the larger REV Group (NYSE: REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles for the fire & emergency and recreation markets. REV Group’s extensive vehicle line-up includes models such as ambulances, fire trucks, terminal trucks, RV’s and much more. Our 5,000+ employees continuously demonstrate their commitment to building innovative and reliable vehicles that our customers can depend on whether for a family trip across the U.S. or when responding to an emergency. Rev Group is a veteran friendly employer and hires over 200 veterans and or those transferring out of the military each year.

Position Summary

The sander is responsible for preparing vehicle surfaces for priming, painting, and finishing by sanding and smoothing panels, body components, and parts. This role ensures all surfaces are properly prepared to achieve a superior finish and meet company quality standards before moving to the next stage of production.

Key Responsibilities

Sand and smooth vehicle surfaces, parts, and panels using hand and power sanding tools.
Prepare substrates for primer and paint applications to ensure strong adhesion and quality finishes.
Inspect work areas and components to identify imperfections, scratches, or inconsistencies.
Perform surface cleaning and masking as required prior to application.
Maintain sanding tools, pads, and abrasive materials in good working condition.
Follow all safety procedures, including the use of PPE and proper handling of materials.
Report any surface defects, material issues, or rework needs to the Supervisor or Quality team.
Work collaboratively with Paint, Prep, and Production teams to meet production goals and quality expectations.
Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with safety and 5S standards.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in automotive, RV, or related sanding or surface preparation roles strongly preferred.
Knowledge of sanding tools, abrasives, and surface preparation techniques.
Strong attention to detail with a focus on producing high-quality finishes.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to workplace safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 30 lbs.
Repetitive use of hands and arms with sanding tools and materials.
Tolerance for working in a production environment with noise, dust, and chemicals.

Core Values

At Midwest Automotive Design – REV Group, we are driven by our core values:

Do What’s Right
Safety is Life
Build Lasting Trust
Think Like an Owner

Why Midwest Automotive Design – REV Group?

Competitive pay and full benefits including $0 employee premium health insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and a 100% vested employer-matched 401(k).
Opportunities for growth within the REV Group family.
A team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a supportive work environment.

REV Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by law. REV Group also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunities for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.

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