Paint Kitchen Operator - 1st shift - $26.00/hr

Staffing inc is partnered with a client in Owosso looking for a member to join their 1st shift general labor department. General Labor is responsible for loading and unloading racks from the paint line including maintaining a clean work environment per safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and mix paints, solvents, and coatings according to job specifications and manufacturer instructions.
• Monitor paint kitchen operations including pumping, filtering, and circulating paint to spray booths.
• Ensure correct viscosity, color, and batch consistency for production requirements.
• Maintain and troubleshoot pumps, filters, mixers, and other paint system equipment.
• Follow established quality control processes and document paint usage, batch records, and lot traceability.
• Perform routine inspections, cleaning, and preventative maintenance of tanks, lines, and equipment.
• Safely handle hazardous materials, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company environmental standards.
• Support production by ensuring timely delivery of paints and coatings to paint booths.
• Assist in changeovers, flushing systems, and setting up new colors as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe paint kitchen environment.
• Report any equipment malfunctions, material shortages, or safety concerns immediately to supervision.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in automotive, industrial, or manufacturing paint environments preferred.
• Experience with industrial mixing, pumping, or paint circulation systems in a plus.

Working Conditions:

• Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Frequent standing, bending, and reaching
• Exposure to paint shop environment (heat, fumes, dust, PPE required)
• Overtime as required.

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