Auto Paint Specialist — Precision Mixing & Customer Care

Genuine Parts Company; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company, operating NAPA Auto Parts stores, seeks a Paint Specialist to join our retail team in Hickory, NC. You will mix paint precisely, answer customer questions on auto finishes, and share knowledge about part features and warranties.

This role emphasizes strong teamwork, excellent communication, and a passion for servicing customers. The position requires weekend availability and a proactive, upbeat attitude to thrive in a fast-paced store environment.

Qualifications

• Paint or body shop experience is required.
• Automotive knowledge or experience is helpful.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude and passion for customer care.
• Willingness to train and learn in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Knowledge of cataloging/inventory systems is a plus.
• Ability to work weekends is required.

Responsibilities

• Mixing paint with precision.
• Assist customers with auto body and finish questions.
• Share knowledge about auto parts features, benefits and warranty information.
• Support team members in a busy retail store.
• Operate a cash register and navigate catalog systems.

Skills

Paint/body shop experience

Automotive knowledge

Customer care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Train and learn

Retail environment fluency

Job description

Genuine Parts Company, operating NAPA Auto Parts stores, seeks a Paint Specialist to join our retail team in Hickory, NC. You will mix paint precisely, answer customer questions on auto finishes, and share knowledge about part features and warranties.

This role emphasizes strong teamwork, excellent communication, and a passion for servicing customers. The position requires weekend availability and a proactive, upbeat attitude to thrive in a fast-paced store environment.