SW Finish Painter 1

Miller Industries; Tennessee; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Company Matched 401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of towing equipment is seeking an experienced finish painter to apply high gloss finishes on large towing components. The role requires one year of experience, strong attention to quality, and the ability to operate HVLP spray guns. This position offers a 40-50 hour work week with benefits including medical and dental insurance. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation in towing and recovery.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience as a finish painter.
• Ability to use and maintain spray painting equipment.
• Knowledge of protective equipment for hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sand surfaces for painting.
• Apply high gloss finishes to equipment.
• Follow company procedures to complete tasks.

Skills

Experience with HVLP guns

Mixing paint and chemicals

Attention to quality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Paint sprayer equipment

Job description

Overview

Miller Industries makes the coolest, the biggest, and the baddest towing and recovery vehicles in the world. You’ve seen our vehicles on such television shows as “Highway Thru Hell”, “Wrecked”, and “Hustle and Tow”. We’re extremely proud of the work we do and the quality of product we produce - this is why we hire only the best people. Do you have what it takes to be part of the World’s Largest Manufacturer of Towing and Recovery Equipment?

Current Starting Pay: $22.43

From the beginning we’ve been innovators; we’re constantly finding ways to improve our product, grow our company, and make the Miller experience better. At Miller we have your back, you’ll quickly learn that you’re part of something special. When you see one of our towing and recovery vehicles rolling down the road, you’ll feel pride for the work you’re a part of.

We are currently looking for driven individuals that share our vision. Some of the specific things that sets us apart from the rest include:

• Climate controlled work environments
• Compressed Work Week (4 days on, 4 days off)
• Most jobs are on Day Shift
• Bonus eligibility (twice a year) dependent on company and plant performance
• Regular performance evaluations
• Regular merit increases
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development programs
• Career Advancement opportunities
• Family Day Outings
• Free on-site Annual Health & Wellness Screenings
• Regular two-way communication sessions with leadership
• On-site Weld Academy – get paid while you learn a valuable trade (Ooltewah, TN Only)

Summary

Tends high volume low-pressure (HVLP) and pump-style spray guns that coat large towing equipment with paint/topcoat by performing the following duties. Primarily responsible for painting all finish surfaces of wrecker components and other manufactured products. Works with tools and equipment trained to use as a finish painter. Responsible for maintenance of equipment such as mask, paint sprayer equipment, etc. Must be able to paint with gloss paint. All work must be done with quality in mind. Must be informed of protective equipment needed to perform the job and precautions necessary when working with hazardous materials. Minimum of one (1) year experience as a finish painter. Candidates will be required to take hands-on spray painting test.

This is a 40 to 50 hour per week position. This position also requires standing, climbing, stooping and crawling on concrete floor. Position is not in a climate controlled area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sands and prepares surface for painting.
• Builds topcoat thickness of high gloss finish.
• Follows company procedures and displays a sense of urgency towards completing assigned tasks.
• Demonstrates ability to follow instructions from supervisor and team leader.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have experience setting up, using, and maintaining gravity fed HVLP guns and pump-style spray systems. Must know and understand how to mix paint as well as which chemicals to use for specific conditions.

Benefits

Benefits: (Beginning on 91st day of employment unless stated otherwise)

• Day Shift opportunities available; Second shift employees receive a $1.50/hr premium (where applicable)
• 4-on 4-off schedule; off half of the weekends during the year
• Overtime available
• Double time paid for work on Sundays (regardless of whether 40 hrs. have been reached in the work week)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Company Matched 401(k)
• AD&D, Disability & Basic Life – no cost to you
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development programs
• Career Advancement opportunities
• Regular Performance Evaluations
• Earn additional time off with perfect attendance
• 1 unpaid excused absence per year
• 40 hours Paid Vacation Time after 1 year
• 9 paid holidays each year
• Quarterly gifts and PTO for perfect attendance
• Birthday Lunches
• Annual Company Picnic Day at local Amusement Park – you and family members free!

We don’t just give lip service to our innovation in the recovery industry; in 2019 we unveiled the FIRST & ONLY Rotator in the world capable of lifting 200,000 lbs. To watch how this amazing vehicle came to be please click on the following link: The Century M100.

For more information on Miller Industries, check out the links below:

• Introduction to Miller Industries
• Ooltewah, TN Large Wrecker Plant Tour
• Ooltewah, TN Small Wrecker Plant Tour
• Ooltewah TN, Paint Process Tour
• Hermitage, PA Plant Tour
• The Century M100, 100-Ton Rotator

Miller Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.