Touch Up Painter

As a Touch Up Painter at CM Truck Beds Manufacturing Plant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and durability of our truck beds. You will be responsible for applying paint to surfaces, ensuring proper coverage, texture, and finish according to specifications.

• Surface Preparation:
  Prepare surfaces for painting or powder coating by cleaning, sanding, masking, and applying appropriate primers as necessary.
• Paint Application:
  Apply paint using spray guns or other equipment, ensuring even coverage and adherence to quality standards.
• Quality Control:
  Inspect finished surfaces for defects, imperfections, or inconsistencies, and make necessary adjustments or repairs to ensure quality standards are met.
• Equipment Maintenance:
  Maintain painting equipment, including cleaning, calibrating, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Safety Compliance:
  Adhere to all safety procedures and regulations, including the proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials, to maintain a safe working environment.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Coordinate with other team members, including supervisors, welders, and assemblers, to prioritize tasks, meet production deadlines, and ensure efficient workflow.

• Two years of experience in industrial painting, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in surface preparation techniques, paint mixing, and application methods. Ability to operate painting and powder coating equipment effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to detect and correct imperfections in finished surfaces.
• Capable of standing, bending, and lifting for extended periods; ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and withstand exposure to fumes, dust, and chemicals.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members to achieve production goals.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations related to painting and powder coating operations.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed to meet production demands.

• Standing for long periods while applying paint.
• Lifting and carrying heavy materials such as paint cans and equipment.
• Repetitive motions that may lead to muscle fatigue and strain in arms, shoulders, and wrists.
• Bending and reaching into awkward positions to access different areas of the truck beds.
• Working in varying temperature conditions that may require acclimatization.
• Wearing personal protective equipment such as respirators, gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
• Maintaining physical endurance to work long hours or shifts, especially during peak production periods.
• Practicing proper ergonomic habits, taking regular breaks, and using supportive equipment to reduce injury risk.

• Competitive pay, 80 hours of PTO after the first 90 days, and ten paid holidays.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company‑paid life insurance.