Industrial Paint Blending and Thindown Operator

The Pittsburgh Paints Company; Huron (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Full-time benefits

Job summary

The Pittsburgh Paints Company in Huron, OH is seeking an Industrial Paint Blending and Thindown Operator to work 3rd shift, 9pm–7am, with safety and quality as priorities. You will operate mixing and processing equipment, document batch data, and collaborate with teammates to meet production targets while following batch instructions and using forklifts for material handling.

This role offers starting pay of $22.61/hr plus $1 shift premium, possible OT, and full-time benefits; sign-on bonus of

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Ability to follow detailed batch instructions and document parameters accurately.
• Comfort distinguishing color/shade differences and fine-tuning viscosity, color, or strength.

Responsibilities

• Operate mixing and processing equipment per production instructions.
• Add raw materials in correct order and amounts.
• Monitor batches, perform quality checks, and adjust to stay within spec.
• Record key batch data and coordinate with teammates to meet targets.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Forklift operation

Quality checks

Job description

Ready to run complex batches and keep quality locked in?

Join Pittsburgh Paints Company in Huron, OH as an Industrial Paint Blending and Thindown Operator. If you enjoy precision work, thrive in a team, and want a role where safety and quality come first, this may be your next step.

What’s in it for you

• Starting pay: $22.61/hr. plus $1.00/hr. shift premium
• Schedule: 3rd shift, 9p–7a Sunday night thru Wednesday night/Thursday am
• OT: Possible overtime daily and Friday/Saturday
• Perks: SIGN ON BONUS OF $1,000 and Full–Time Benefits

Could this be you?

• Do you have 1–3 years in a manufacturing or production setting and enjoy fast‑paced work?
• Can you follow detailed batch instructions and document temperatures, times, speeds, and adjustments accurately?
• Are you comfortable distinguishing color and shade differences and fine‑tuning viscosity, color, or strength?
• Do you operate forklifts or other material handling equipment safely?
• Will you commit to safety, quality, and completing required training—including working overtime if needed?

What you’ll do

• Work in a PSM (Process Safety Management) building with solvents and solvent‑borne materials.
• Operate mixing and processing equipment per production instructions; add raw materials in the correct order and amounts.
• Stage, move, and transfer materials using forklifts, pumps, hoses, and strainer systems.
• Monitor batches, perform quality checks, and make directed adjustments to stay within spec.
• Record all key batch data and collaborate with teammates to meet targets.

Physical and environmental reality check

• Climb ladders and stairs; stand for extended periods; maneuver around production equipment.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting hoses, manipulating valves, operating/adjusting equipment, stacking pallets, and carrying materials.
• Lift 50 lbs. frequently and up to 80 lbs. occasionally.
• Manufacturing facility with water‑borne and solvent‑based materials; fast‑paced environment.
• PPE required: FR uniform, safety glasses, gloves, and steel toe footwear.

Preferred proficiency

• You should be proficient in: Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Compliance statements

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship (now or in the future). This includes H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visas).

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