Industrial Coatings Painter – Entry Level

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation is staffing an entry-level Painter I in a manufacturing setting in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. You will prepare surfaces, apply primer and coatings, load components, and support the paint process with a focus on quality and safety.

You will follow work instructions, operate paint equipment, and maintain cleanliness while developing coating application skills through on-the-job training. Masking, material staging, and basic maintenance are part of daily tasks.

Qualifications

• 6 months or more relevant experience OR a high school diploma or equivalent education

Responsibilities

• Perform surface preparation tasks including sanding, grinding, masking, taping, washing, and metal preparation to ensure parts meet paint and quality specifications.
• Apply primer, paint, and touch-up coatings to frames and C- to B-class parts using electrostatic, air-assist, and other industrial paint equipment while maintaining coating quality and production standards.
• Load and unload racks, stage materials, and prepare components for the paint process safely and efficiently.
• Mix paints and coatings according to specifications while maintaining proper viscosity, consistency, and color requirements.
• Flush, clean, and assist with basic maintenance of paint lines, tanks, hoses, spray equipment, booths, and work areas in compliance with 6S and company safety standards.
• Inspect parts throughout the paint process to verify coating quality, coverage, and adherence to production standards.
• Read and follow work instructions, paint codes, safety procedures, checklists, and production schedules to complete tasks accurately and safely.
• Communicate quality concerns, equipment issues, and material shortages to supervisors and team members while supporting team goals and production schedules.
• Follow OSHA regulations, PPE requirements, hazardous material handling procedures, and all company safety and environmental policies at all times.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation is staffing an entry-level Painter I in a manufacturing setting in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. You will prepare surfaces, apply primer and coatings, load components, and support the paint process with a focus on quality and safety.

You will follow work instructions, operate paint equipment, and maintain cleanliness while developing coating application skills through on-the-job training. Masking, material staging, and basic maintenance are part of daily tasks.