Industrial Painter

New Way Auto Group; Booneville (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

New Way Trucks in Mississippi seeks an Industrial Painter to apply high-quality paint to garbage truck bodies and parts. You will operate spray guns, mix paints, and help prep surfaces to achieve a durable, glossy finish.

You will maintain paint equipment, follow OSHA/EPA/DNR guidelines, and collaborate with the safety team. Forklift operation and routine inspections are part of the role, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Apply paint/primer to product using spray guns to achieve a quality gloss finish.
• Assist in prep: tacking, masking, and drying.
• Clean and maintain paint gun, pot and filtration systems.
• Work with safety department to ensure safe painting conditions.
• Manage waste materials per OSHA, EPA, and DNR requirements.
• Inspect own work and complete inspection forms.
• Operate forklift to move garbage truck assemblies.
• Set and maintain weekly paint schedule.
• Maintain an orderly paint storage building.
• Read and understand technical documents to obtain proper paint mixtures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Tools

Paint gun

Forklift

Masking supplies

Job description

Continuing to move Fearlessly Forward New Way Trucks was founded in 1971 in Scranton, IA. Today, New Way Trucks has multiple refuse production and parts facilities throughout Iowa and Mississippi, with equipment operating in all 50 states, as well as Canada, Latin America, Asia, and beyond. We combine small town values with cutting-edge technology to deliver excellence in heavy manufacturing. Come build your future with us at New Way Trucks

Currently we are seeking an Industrial Painter to join our team and be an essential part of our manufacturing team. This person will apply a quality paint job to garbage truck bodies and parts.

Your Role in Our Mission:

• In an efficient manner, use spray guns to apply paint/primer to product producing a quality finish.
• Assist in the preparation process of tacking, masking and drying.
• Clean and maintain paint gun, pot and filtration systems to keep an orderly paint booth.
• Work with the safety department to ensure safe working conditions relative to the painting process.
• Manage waste materials in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and DNR.
• Inspect own work and make corrections if needed. Once finished, complete inspection forms.
• Operate forklift to move around garbage truck assemblies.

To Perform this Job Successfully:

• Work with supervisor to set and maintain weekly paint schedule.
• Clean and maintain an orderly paint storage building
• Be familiar with the painting process and equipment.
• Use excellent painting skills to produce a high gloss and smooth automotive type finish.
• Read and understand technical documents to obtain proper paint mixtures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Why New Way Trucks?

• Family Owned: Experience a close-knit atmosphere where every team member is valued, and contributions recognized.
• Midwest Values: Integrity, hard work, and community from the core of our operations.
• Innovation at Heart: We are committed to staying ahead of the curve and continually investing in technology and our people.
• Competitive Benefit Package: Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for professional growth.

Are you ready to build your future with New Way?

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