Booth Operator (Paint) (4345)

Ecoplastic America Corporation; Register (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Relocation Support (if applicable)

Job summary

Ecoplastic America Corporation in Register, GA is seeking a Paint Booth Operator to oversee paint application processes in the cleanroom environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in automotive painting, ensuring production and quality standards are met while operating specialized equipment. This role requires attention to detail and a commitment to safety, along with the ability to work varied indoor and outdoor conditions.

Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2 years of previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• 2 years of paint application experience preferred.
• Electrical or mechanical background in industrial systems ideal.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and oversee paint booths.
• Set up and maintain booth parameters and paint guns.
• Monitor quality standards and production specifications.

Skills

Automotive paint experience

Understanding of spray patterns

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Ability to lift 20 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Location: Register, GA 30452

Job title: Paint Booth Operator

Department: Paint

Location: Register, GA

Job Type: FT Exempt/ Hourly

Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Schedule is subject to change based on production demands.)

Reports to: Kevin Shirley

The Paint Booth Operator will be responsible for safely operating and overseeing the C02, Flame, Primer, Basecoat, and/or Clearcoat booths in the cleanroom of the Paint Department. Expectations include setting up and maintaining booth parameters, paint guns, and atomizers as directed by the paint process engineer, and daily maintenance of all cleanroom equipment.

RESPONSIBILITES

• Previous automotive paint experience is preferred.
• Controls paint operation and equipment (including robots).
• Monitor and maintain the process parameters, ensuring production standards, quality standards, and customer requirements are met.
• Utilize the ‘wet layer inspection’ booths to inspect spray patterns, coverage, and to ensure paint quality.
• Analyzes and corrects deviations in such a way that equipment OEE is improved.
• Deploys paint standards during the production shift.
• Starts and stops the paint line according to the production plan and safety rules.
• Checks the quality and conformity of the application process according to quality requirements and procedures.
• Applies maintenance procedures for robots and all paint equipment (guns, atomizers, jigs…).
• Minimizes stops of the paint line process.
• Contributes to root cause analysis in the case of paint defects, collaborates with the process team to set up an action plan, and implements corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Follows up and optimizes continuously paint consumption (primer, basecoat, clear coat, hardeners, solvents, rinsing solvents…).
• May relieve fellow team members for their breaks.
• Make all necessary preventive maintenance checks for paint equipment.
• Keep equipment clean and dust‑free.
• Follow standard procedures to ensure tasks are completed correctly.
• Perform duties in a safe manner using all required personal protective equipment.
• Support safety and quality policy by maintaining a neat and organized work area, encouraging 5S through the cleanliness at the line.
• Perform other duties or work in other areas as instructed to balance workloads or meet production needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to constantly stand and walk on metal grates, metal floors, and/or concrete during a 10‑hour shift.
• 2 years of previous manufacturing experience, preferred.
• 2 years of paint application experience, preferred.
• Understanding knowledge of proper spray patterns.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders.
• Ability to frequently lift 20 lbs.
• Ability to take supervision and follow all policies and procedures.
• Familiar with operating power tools.
• Attention to detail and good time management skills.
• Electrical or mechanical background in industrial and automated systems.
• Ability to perform physical job duties, which may include bending, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting.
• Ability to constantly stand and walk on concrete floors wearing safety boots during an 8‑hour shift.
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions, which may include heat, cold, dust, loud noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above).
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and a commitment to a SAFETY‑FIRST culture.
• Flexibility to work weekends and nights for projects and respond to emergency maintenance situations when required.

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Relocation Support (if applicable)

EEO STATEMENT

SECO Ecoplastic America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business need. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and multilingual candidates.

If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please inform Human Resources.