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Current Starting Pay: $22.4600
About Miller Industries:
Miller Industries makes the coolest, the biggest, and the baddest towing and recovery vehicles in the world! You've seen our vehicles on such television shows as "Highway Thru Hell", "Wrecked", and "Hustle and Tow". We're extremely proud of the work we do and the quality of product we produce - this is why we hire only the best people. Do you have what it takes to be part of the World's Largest Manufacturer of Towing and Recovery Equipment?
From the beginning we've been innovators; we're constantly finding ways to improve our product, grow our company, and make the Miller experience better! At Miller we have your back, you'll quickly learn that you're part of something special. When you see one of our towing and recovery vehicles rolling down the road, you'll feel pride for the work you're a part of.
We are currently looking for driven individuals that share our vision. Some of the specific things that sets us apart from the rest include:

• Climate controlled work environments
• Compressed Work Week (4 days on, 4 days off)
• Most jobs are on Day Shift
• Bonus eligibility (twice a year) dependent on company and plant performance
• Regular performance evaluations
• Regular merit increases
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development programs
• Career Advancement opportunities
• Family Day Outings
• Free on-site Annual Health & Wellness Screenings
• Regular two-way communication sessions with leadership
• On-site Weld Academy - get paid while you learn a valuable trade! (Ooltewah, TN Only)

Summary:
Operate and tend high volume low pressure (HVLP) pump-style spray guns to apply industrial grade finishes to tow trucks and other equipment ensuring a flawless high-gloss finish.
Key Responsibilities:

• • Sands and prepares surface for painting.
  • Ensure surfaces are clean, smooth and ready to accept new paint.
  • Builds topcoat thickness of high gloss finish.
  • Reads blueprints to understand parts and how they relate to each other.
  • Inspects and evaluates the quality of the finished product.
  • Adhere to all health, safety and environmental regulations.
  • Collaborate with supervisors and team members to ensure projects are completed on schedule and according to specifications.
  • 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 with in-depth knowledge on mixing and matching paint colors and chemicals.
  • Proficient in setting up, using and maintaining gravity fed HVLP guns and pump style spray systems.
  • Keen technique for polishing and buffing to achieve a flawless smooth result.
  • Comprehension of technical documentation and instructions to ensure correct mixing ratios and application methods.
  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/or crouch.
  • Frequently required to use fingers, hands, and arms to handle and reach.
  • Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Required to wear a full-face respirator with filtration during paint operations.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  
  Work Environment:
  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions based on business need.
  • Exposure to weather conditions; precipitation, extreme cold and extreme heat.
  • Regularly required to wear hearing protection in a loud environment.
  • Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
  • Regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals.
  • Ability to frequently be exposed to flashing lights.
  • Required to wear personal protective equipment in designated areas.
  Core Competencies Aligned to Role
  • Accountability - Holds self to high standards, proactively addresses issues, and follows through to completion. Essential for ensuring performance and compliance across a large operational team.
  • Collaboration & Unity - Fosters strong cross-functional relationships to enhance team efficiency and alignment.
  • Problem Solving - Applies innovative approaches to challenges in productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.
  • Planning/Organizing - Ensures alignment between resources, strategy, and performance metrics.
  • Build Effective Teams - Develops cohesive leadership teams through clear expectations, trust-building, and shared goals.
  • Develops & Coaches Others - Mentors supervisors and managers, preparing them for succession and leadership growth.
  • Motivates & Inspires Others - Builds a compelling vision that drives morale and commitment throughout the plant.
  • Emotional Intelligence - Manages pressure, resolves conflict constructively, and creates a supportive workplace culture.
  • Drive/Initiative - Takes ownership of results, drives improvement, and ensures proactive problem resolution.
  • Communicates Powerfully - Delivers clear, timely, and respectful communication across all levels.
  • Lifelong Learner - Continuously develops knowledge in manufacturing, leadership, and compliance.

Benefits: (Beginning on 91st day one of employment unless stated otherwise)

• Day Shift opportunities available Second shift employees receive a $1.50/hr premium (where applicable)
• 4-on 4-off schedule; off half of the weekends during the year
• Overtime available
• Double time paid for work on Sundays (regardless of whether 40 hrs. have been reached in the work week)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Company Matched 401(k)
• AD&D, Disability & Basic Life - no cost to you
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development programs
• Career Advancement opportunities
• Regular Performance Evaluations
• Earn additional time off with perfect attendance
• 1 unpaid excused absence per year
• 40 hours Paid Vacation Time after 1 year
• 9 paid holidays each year
• Quarterly gifts and PTO for perfect attendance
• Birthday Lunches
• Annual Company Picnic Day at local Amusement Park - you and family members free!

We don't just give lip service to our innovation in the recovery industry; in 2019 we unveiled the FIRST & ONLY Rotator in the world capable of lifting 200,000 lbs. To watch how this amazing vehicle came to be please click on the following link: The Century M100.
For more awesome information on Miller Industries check out the links below:
Introduction to Miller Industries
Ooltewah, TN Large Wrecker Plant Tour
Ooltewah, TN Small Wrecker Plant Tour
Ooltewah TN, Paint Process Tour
Hermitage, PA Plant Tour
The Century M100, 100-Ton Rotator
Miller Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.