Powder Paint Technician

Powder Coating Technician – Manufacturing

Mills Products, LLC | Athens, TN

Join Our Manufacturing Team!

Mills Products, LLC is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Paint Technician to join our manufacturing team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in producing high-quality products, and has experience with, powder coating, industrial painting or manufacturing equipment.

The Paint Technician will be responsible for operating and maintaining our powder coating and electrostatic painting systems, ensuring quality finishes, and supporting efficient production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor powder coating and electrostatic painting equipment.
• Perform powder coat gun setup and color changeovers.
• Operate and maintain the six-stage wash system, ovens, and conveyor equipment.
• Inspect finished products for paint defects, including runs, sags, uneven coverage, and unpainted areas.
• Adjust spray patterns, pressures, and equipment settings to ensure consistent coating quality.
• Perform touch-up painting and apply rust-preventive coatings as needed.
• Mix and prepare paint according to specifications.
• Clean and maintain paint booths, spray equipment, hooks, and related components.
• Perform preventive maintenance and identify equipment issues before they impact production.
• Work with Engineering and Production to improve paint quality, processes, and overall efficiency.
• Follow established safety procedures, quality standards, and work instructions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in industrial painting, powder coating, or a manufacturing environment required.
• Technical school certification or related hands-on training is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and understand basic measurements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and willing to take initiative.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment with machinery, noise, and airborne particles.

Why Join Mills Products?

At Mills Products, we take pride in our manufacturing expertise, quality workmanship, and the people who make it possible. We are looking for team members who value safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and doing the job right.

If you have experience in powder coating, industrial painting, or manufacturing and are ready to put your skills to work, we encourage you to apply!

Apply today to join the Mills Products team!

Mills Products, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) 5% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person