Machine Operator Paint & Blast 1st Shift (Mon.-Thurs, 4x10 Schedule)

Mueller Water Products; Tennessee; On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with 5% company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Vacation

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student debt retirement matching

Well-being program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life insurance

Job summary

Mueller Water Products, a leading water infrastructure manufacturer, seeks a Machine Operator for the Paint and Blast department in Kimball, TN. You will play a key role in surface preparation and coating processes to ensure durable finishes for critical water system components.

The role requires reading blueprints and work orders, operating blasting and painting equipment, and maintaining safety and quality records in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work orders.
• Familiarity with basic measurement tools for inspection.
• Strong commitment to safety in industrial/manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Spray prepared surfaces with primers or coatings as specified.
• Monitor painting operations and correct defects.
• Read job orders and inspect workpieces to determine procedures.
• Apply masking material prior to painting for proper coverage.
• Operate blast booth equipment to remove rust and old coatings.
• Maintain and document production and quality logs.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Follow safety guidelines and stop/alert when needed.

Skills

Read blueprints

Read work orders

Measurement tools

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

**Who We Are:**Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations. By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application. Machine Operator Paint & Blast 1st Shift (Mon.-Thurs, 4x10 Schedule)Mueller Water Products is the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries and has an immediate opening for a **Machine Operator** for our Paint and Blast department in our newest **Kimball, TN** facility. For over 160 years MWP’s manufacturing commitment has ensured one of the world’s most precious resources, clean drinking water, reaches millions of people daily. Come be a part of something that sustains and enriches the lives of every human being.**Job Description:**Mueller’s manufacturing commitment ensures one of the world’s most precious resources, clean drinking water, reaches millions of people daily. Come be a part of something that sustains and enriches the lives of every human being. As a **Machine Operator – Paint and Blast**, you will play an integral role in one of the final stages of our production process. Proper blasting and painting ensures that our product not only looks visually appealing to our customers but also ensures that it is well protected to serve our customers for years to come.**Primary Responsibilities:*** Spray prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers or finish coatings.* Monitor painting operations to identify flaws and correct their causes.* Read job orders and inspect workpieces to determine work procedures and materials required.* Apply masking material prior to painting to ensure appropriate painting of parts.* Operate blast booth equipment to remove rust, paint, and other built-up materials from product surface to prepare parts for painting.* Observe machine gauges and equipment operation to detect defects or deviations from standards and adjust as necessary.* Safely operate lifting or moving devices to move materials to and from booths for painting and blasting.* Mix paints to match color specifications or original colors, stirring or thinning paints, using mixing equipment.* Place coated workpieces in ovens or dryers for specified times to dry or harden finishes.* Disassemble, clean, and reassemble sprayers or power equipment, using solvents, wire brushes, and cloths as part of regular/daily maintenance.* Dispose of hazardous waste in an appropriate and safe manner.* Maintain appropriate operational documentation, including production and quality logs.* Ensures work areas and department are clean and organized.* Maintain safe operations by adhering to all relevant safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations and flagging any equipment or safety issues to the appropriate team lead, supervisor, maintenance, or EHS personnel utilizing “Stop, Call, Wait” procedure.* Performs other tasks as assigned.**Required Skills:*** Strong personal commitment to safety standards in industrial and/or manufacturing environments.* Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work orders.* Familiarity with basic tools of measuring and when to use for inspection of part.* Must be organized and detail oriented.**Required Education/Experience:*** Must have high school diploma/GED ***or*** equivalent work experience.* Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.* Holds a valid driver’s license. **Preferred:*** 3+ years’ experience operating paint/blast equipment in a manufacturing setting**Physical Requirements:*** Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, safety glasses, steel-toed or metatarsal-guarded shoes, and/or ear plugs, while working in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment.* Ability to correctly wear a PAPR/respirator when working in paint area.* Ability to use hands to handle, feel, or manipulate objects with fingers.* Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, and reach within hands and/or arm’s length.* Ability to frequently stoop, kneel, and crouch.* Ability to occasionally reach overhead or at or below shoulder level.* Ability to ascend or descend ladders or steps in confined spaces, as required by work area.* Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects between 25 and 50 pounds in weight in all directions.* Ability to remain in stationary or standing position for prolonged periods and to alternate between positions as necessary.* Ability to repeat gross or fine manipulation that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.* Ability to perform close visual inspections of products, which may include specific vision requirements.* Ability to clearly see pedestrians and objects, which may include specific vision requirements.* Ability to work in an open warehouse environment, subject to seasonal weather (hot/cold).* Ability to safely operate standing and sit-down power industrial trucks (PIT), and other similar and advanced industrial equipment.**Other Compensation & Benefits:**Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.**Equal Employment Opportunity:**Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.**Notice of E-Verify Participation:**This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work remotely.Upon enrollment, employers participating in E-Verify are required to clearly display the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters in English and Spanish, both which may be accessed at the links provided below.IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish)**Accommodation:**If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.