Experienced Automotive Painter - 1st Shift

Location: Plainfield, CT

Must have auto body experience and be able to pass the paint test for cab and full body paint. Pay rate is based on experience. Proud second chance employer. No THC testing in our pre-employment screening.

About the role

As an Automotive Painter, you’ll be hands-on in transforming raw builds into road-ready machines, applying high-quality finishes that meet exact customer specs. From surface prep to final spray, your talent ensures every truck doesn’t just perform—it turns heads. The more you learn, the more you earn! We promote almost 100% of our production leaders from within. Most start their leadership career in this automotive painter role, welder role, or general laborer/assembler role.

Responsibilities

• Paint it all: From full truck bodies to any chassis, cab, trailer, or tractor, your versatility makes the difference
• Master the tools: Confidently operate a cup gun, pressure pot, plural system, and airless sprayer like it’s second nature
• Own the color game: Apply a variety of colors and finishes with accuracy, every time
• Blueprint savvy: Read and interpret blueprints and work orders to ensure precision from prep to finish
• Keep it running: Perform setup and preventative maintenance on all paint tools and equipment
• Stay safe, stay sharp: Handle hazardous waste properly and conduct routine safety and quality checks
• Lead with safety: Work in full compliance with company safety policies and promote a clean, secure workspace

Requirements

• Strong with numbers: Confident in basic math and reading a tape measure with accuracy
• Tech-ready: Comfortable with basic computer skills to support workflow and documentation
• Tool knowledge: Familiar with common paint tools and their proper use
• Measurement-minded: Understands and apply measurements accurately throughout the job
• Blueprint ready: Able to read and interpret blueprints for special paint applications and finishes
• Previous experience in manufacturing
• Previous experience working on truck bodies

Physical Requirements

Step into the heart of our fast-paced manufacturing plant, where every task drives progress. In this hands-on role, you'll be on your feet—standing for extended periods, walking, and using your hands to operate tools and equipment with precision. Clear communication is key, so you'll be regularly required to talk and listen as part of a safety-focused, team-driven environment. You’ll also lift up to 35 pounds and perform physical movements like bending, squatting, reaching overhead, and occasionally crawling in tight spaces. Repetitive hand tasks and climbing ladders or working at heights are part of the role.

Benefits

• Competitive pay up to $30.25 per hour
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement and leadership development
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Exclusive discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear
• On-demand pay—make any day a pay day

About Us

With over 70 years leading the truck body industry, Morgan Truck Body is where innovation meets tradition. From electric vehicles to custom refrigerated units, we build it all—and we do it with passion and precision.

At Morgan Truck Body, our shared values aren’t just words on a wall—they’re the heart of everything we do. They fuel our success, shape our culture, and guide how we show up for each other, our customers, and the future of transportation.

• We Celebrate People: We recognize and value the individuals behind the build—the makers, thinkers, and problem-solvers who drive our success every day.
• We Lead with Integrity: Doing the right thing isn’t optional—it’s how we operate, always. Honesty, accountability, and respect guide every decision.
• We Deliver Results: We show up, step up, and get it done. Our commitment to performance means exceeding expectations and raising the bar—for ourselves and our customers.
• We Work with Passion: We love what we build—and it shows. From the factory floor to the front office, we bring energy, innovation, and pride to every product that rolls out of our doors.