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

Mueller Water Products•Kimball, TN

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Mueller Water Products is seeking a Machine Operator for its Paint and Blast department at its Kimball, Tennessee facility. The role supports a final stage of production by blasting and painting products to provide an attractive finish and protect them for long-term use. The operator prepares surfaces, applies coatings, monitors equipment and work quality, and maintains production, safety, and cleanliness standards. The position works in an industrial or manufacturing environment, including an open warehouse subject to seasonal hot and cold weather, and requires use of personal protective equipment and industrial equipment.

Requirements

Strong personal commitment to safety standards in industrial or manufacturing environments.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work orders.
Familiarity with basic measuring tools and when to use them for part inspection.
Organized and detail-oriented.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, steel-toed or metatarsal-guarded shoes, and/or ear plugs.
Ability to correctly wear a PAPR or respirator when working in the paint area.
Ability to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or manipulate objects; frequently sit, stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, or crouch; and occasionally reach overhead or at or below shoulder level.
Ability to ascend or descend ladders or steps in confined spaces as required by the work area.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects weighing 25 to 50 pounds in all directions.
Ability to remain stationary or standing for prolonged periods and alternate positions as necessary.
Ability to perform repeated gross or fine manipulation using wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Ability to conduct close visual product inspections and clearly see pedestrians and objects, including meeting any specific vision requirements.
Ability to safely operate standing and sit-down power industrial trucks (PIT) and similar or advanced industrial equipment.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of experience operating paint or blast equipment in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

Spray prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primer or finish coatings.
Monitor painting operations for flaws and correct their causes.
Read job orders and inspect workpieces to determine work procedures and required materials.
Apply masking material before painting to ensure parts are painted appropriately.
Operate blast booth equipment to remove rust, paint, and other material from product surfaces in preparation for painting.
Monitor machine gauges and equipment operation, identify defects or deviations from standards, and adjust equipment as needed.
Safely operate lifting or moving devices to transport materials to and from painting and blasting booths.
Mix paints to match color specifications or original colors, including 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 maintenance.
Dispose of hazardous waste safely and appropriately.
Maintain operational documentation, including production and quality logs.
Keep work areas and the department clean and organized.
Follow safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations, and report equipment or safety issues to the appropriate team lead, supervisor, maintenance, or EHS personnel using the “Stop, Call, Wait” procedure.
Perform other tasks as assigned.