Machine Operator Paint & Blast 1st Shift; Mon.-Thurs, xSchedule

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.

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 & 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.

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.

• 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 work pieces 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 work pieces 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.

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.

Must have high school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience. Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting. Holds a valid driver’s license.

3+ years’ experience operating paint/blast equipment in a…