Production Painter - Manufacturing - Base Salary to 26.00/hour - Gallatin, TN

Company: AllSearch Professional Staffing
Location: Gallatin
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Production Painter - Manufacturing - Base Salary to 26.00/hour - Gallatin, TN Our client, a U.S.-based manufacturer of heavy-duty equipment and metal products used across construction, transportation, and industrial applications, is seeking a Production Painter to join their team in Gallatin, TN. The Production Painter will apply industrial coatings to metal components in a high-volume manufacturing environment, ensuring quality, durability, and adherence to production standards. This is a 2nd shift position (2:15 PM – 10:45 PM) . Responsibilities: Apply industrial coatings using HVLP (gravity-feed), pressure-fed, and bedliner spray systems Perform surface preparation including sanding, masking, cleaning, and defect repair Mix paints and coatings to manufacturer specifications, ensuring proper ratios, viscosity, and pot life control Execute wet sanding and buffing to meet finish requirements Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and finishing specifications Measure and verify coating application, including film thickness and finish quality standards Maintain and clean spray equipment, paint booths, and work areas Follow all safety procedures, including proper PPE usage and hazardous material handling Document production work, material usage, and quality issues; report defects and rework as needed Qualifications: 2 years of production painting experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment Hands-on experience with industrial coatings (e.g., epoxy, urethane, polyurethane, or similar systems) Proficiency using HVLP (gravity-feed) and pressure-fed spray equipment Experience with surface preparation, bodywork, and defect repair on metal components Ability to perform wet sanding and buffing to achieve high-quality finishes Experience mixing coatings to specification and maintaining batch/mix records Ability to meet defined quality standards, including finish consistency and coating thickness Ability to read and follow work instructions and production documentation Compensation & Benefits: Base salary in the 19.00 – 26.00/hour range 401(k) with 100% match up to 6% (eligible after 1 year) Medical, dental, vision ( 50% employer-paid for employee-only coverage ) Company-paid life insurance Disability insurance ( 50% employer-paid ) Paid time off: 10 days vacation , 9 holidays , 4 personal days $50/month cell phone reimbursement Tuition reimbursement (up to federal limits) Gym membership reimbursement (up to $40/month) Paid parental leave Referral bonus program (up to $1,250) Company-provided uniforms INDALL

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