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SHC (subsidiary of Miller Industries) is seeking to fill the position of Painter. This position is based in our SHC manufacturing facility in Athens, Tennessee and is a part of our Painting/Shipping department.

Summary:

Painter Tends high volume low-pressure (HVLP) and airless pump-style spray guns that coat hydraulic cylinders with paint. Primarily prepares, paints, and finishes surfaces of hydraulic cylinders and then prepares product for shipping.

Key Responsibilities:

Unloads assembled cylinders from pallets/baskets and prepares surfaces for painting. Loads assembled cylinders onto paint line or other racks for painting. Utilizes overhead cranes to move materials. Operates and monitors paint line during various stages of operation. Uses power spray equipment, including spray guns, to apply primer, paint, ensuring an even and consistent application. Utilizes barcode etching technology to properly code completed cylinders. Safely and properly uses tools, such as drills, saws, hammers, etc. to build pallets for shipping. Transfers completed cylinders to pallets and prepares pallets for shipment. Inspects products before, during, and after the paint process to ensure all specifications are met. Cleans and maintains all painting equipment. Maintains a safe work environment and adheres to all health and safety regulations. Follows company procedures and displays a sense of urgency towards completing assigned tasks. Demonstrates ability to follow instructions from supervisor and team leader. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or equivalent experience. Proven experience as painter preferably in a manufactory setting. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to complete reports and correspondence in writing. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to read and use tape measurers and other measuring instruments used to perform the job. Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers concerning quality matters. Must be able to read prints, drawings and specifications. Proficient in setting up, using and maintaining gravity fed HVLP guns and pump style spray systems. Keen technique for detail to achieve a flawless high-quality finish. Comprehension of technical documentation and instructions to ensure correct mixing ratios and application methods.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

Essential Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Certain reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform applicable essential functions based on the need of the business. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is: Regularly required to talk and hear. Required to stand, walk, climb, sit, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Frequently required to use fingers, hands, and arms to handle and reach. Must frequently lift and/or move 5-30lbs. Must rarely lift and/or move up to 75+lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasionally required to work four 12-hour days, up to 5 days consecutively as business demands. Ability to wear protective gear due to fumes or airborne particles. Ability to frequently be exposed to flashing lights. Must occasionally be exposed to weather conditions, including precipitation, extreme cold and extreme heat. Regularly required to wear hearing protection in a loud environment. Required to wear a half face respirator with filtration during paint operations. Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions based on business need.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$22.46 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Can you read and use measuring instruments, such as tape measurers, calipers, etc.? Have you previously worked for SHC, Southern Hydraulic Cylinder, or Miller Industries? Have you previously worked in a manufacturing environment?

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Athens, TN 37303 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Athens, TN 37303: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person