Paint Maker

Company Description

Since 1921, the Davis Paint Company has been the trusted choice of painting professionals across the Midwest, known for high-quality and durable coatings. We offer a wide range of products, including urethanes, epoxies, traffic paints, stains, and swimming pool coatings under our Davis Paint and Cook Paint brands, as well as private labels. Our portfolio serves diverse needs, from industrial applications to residential and specialty products. Additionally, we provide toll manufacturing services, ensuring exceptional quality and confidentiality for our partners. Join a company dedicated to innovation and excellence in the painting industry.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Paint Maker position based in Kansas City, MO. The Paint Maker will be responsible for manufacturing high-quality paint products by following established formulas and procedures. Daily tasks include measuring and mixing raw materials, monitoring production processes, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The Paint Maker will also collaborate with team members to troubleshoot production issues and optimize efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling raw materials and operating production equipment
• Understanding of production processes and procedures, ideally in the paint or coatings industry
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to follow precise measurements and formulas
• Basic mechanical aptitude to maintain and troubleshoot equipment as needed
• Commitment to safety guidelines and quality control standards
• Effective teamwork and communication skills
• High school diploma or equivalent; manufacturing experience is a plus
• Ability to lift and move heavy materials as required by the role

PAINT MAKER JOB DETAILS 05/11/26:

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CONTRACT:

·        STARTING RATE=21/hr.

·        FULL RATE: $23.75/hr.

·        FULL RATE SCHEDULE

o  Negotiation year new contract will go in effect 02/01/2027

·        FULL RATE @ COMPLETION OF PROBATIONARY PERIOD OF 6 MONTHS.

·        AT ANY TIME DURING THE 6^TH MONTH PROBATIONARY PERIOD THE EMPLOYEE MAY BE DISMISSED

·        AT 3 MONTHS, EMPLOYEE IS ELIGIBLE FOR PAID HOLIDAYS

·        AT 6 MONTHS EMPLOYEE IS ELIGIBLE FOR FULL RATE.

INSURANCE: 

·        EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTES $685.00 (effective 2-1-26) PER MONTH TOWARD HEALTHCARE. PROVIDER IS UNITED HEALTHCARE. EMPLOYEE IS ELIGIBLE FOR HEALTHCARE INSURANCE THE FIRST DAY OF THE MONTH AFTER 60 DAYS.

·        LIFE INSURANCE $10,000 POLICY AFTER EMPLOYEE BECOMES ELIGIBLE FOR HEALTH INSURANCE

VACATION BENEFIT:

·        AFTER ONE FULL YEAR OF SERVICE: 40 HOURS OF VACATION TIME

·        AFTER SECOND FULL YEAR OF SERVICE: YOU WILL RECEIVE A PRORATED PORTION OF THE YEAR’S ENTITLEMENT UP TO OCTOBER 31 OF THAT YEAR.

SICK LEAVE ACCURAL: 

·        4 HRS PER MONTH UP TO 128 HOURS AT THE SECOND ANNIVERSARY. NOT AVAILABLE FOR USE UNTIL 6 MONTH ANNIVERSARY. IT DOES CARRY OVER EACH YEAR ON THEIR ANNIVERSARY DATE. AT TWO YEARS ANNIVERSARY EMPLOYEE GETS 10 DAYS ON THEIR ANNIVERSARY EACH YEAR AND CAN MAX OUT AT 320 HOURS IN THE BANK. 3 / 4 PAY BENEFIT FOR SICK LEAVE AFTER 8 HOUR WAITING PERIOD.  

8 PAID HOLIDAYS-ELIGIBLE FOR (1) FLOATING HOLIDAY AFTER 5 YEARS OF SERVICE

401K-

THE FIRST FULL MONTH AFTER ONE YEAR OF SERVICE EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE. COMPANY MATCHES DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR UP TO 3% AND $0.50 ON 4% OR 5%. (If employee contributes 5%, company matches with 4%). VESTING PERIOD IS 5 YEARS.

UNION DUES: 1.75% AT 30 DAYS. INTERNATION UNION OF PAINTERS AND ALLIED TRADES.  

PAINT MAKER JOB:

·        LIFTING, BENDING, STOOPING, LIFTING AND CUTTING UP TO 75# BAGS, LIFTING 4 GALLON TRAYS, FIVE GALLON BUCKETS,

·        LIFTING AND BENDING TO PLACE MATERIALS ON PALLETS.

·        FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ON BATCH TICKETS OR FILL TICKETS INCLUDING MEASURING OF FILL LEVELS AND READING A YARD STICK FOR MEASUREMENTS IN TANKS,

·        TAKING DIRECTION FROM FOREMAN, TAKING CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM FROM FOREMAN AND PLANT MANAGER,

·        IT CAN BE DUSTY,

·        THE SMELL OF PAINT IS PREVELANT THROUGHOUT THE DAY AND DURING THE PROCESS.

·        IT CAN BE LOUD, REQUIRING THE USE OF EAR PLUGS AT TIMES.

·        SAFETY SHOES ARE REQUIRED AND REIMBURSED FOR UP TO $70 PER YEAR. 

·        SPLASH PROTECTION IS WORN AT ALL TIMES.

·        ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Disclaimer: This list is not intended to be all inclusive. It merely highlights key elements of the contract that prospective employees typically inquire about. Upon being hired, the candidate will receive a copy of the collective bargaining agreement in which contains the specific details of the agreement between the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades Local 820 and Davis Paint.