Paint Kitchen Operator

Flex-N-Gate; Owosso (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading automotive component manufacturer in Owosso is seeking a Paint Kitchen Operator. The role involves safely handling and mixing paint for automotive applications, ensuring quality control and efficient operations. Ideal candidates will have experience in automotive or industrial paint environments and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Join our dynamic team to contribute to our growth and success.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mix paints, solvents, and coatings according to specifications.
• Monitor paint kitchen operations including pumping and filtering.
• Ensure correct viscosity and color consistency.

Skills

Automotive paint experience

Industrial mixing

Pumping systems

Quality control

Job description

Overview

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Summary The Paint Kitchen Operator is responsible for the safe handling, preparation, mixing, storage, and distribution of paint and related materials used in the automotive painting process. This role ensures that paint systems operate efficiently, materials are available and properly mixed to specifications, and equipment is maintained in accordance with environmental, safety, and quality 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.

Qualifications

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

Working Conditions

• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequent standing, bending, and reaching
• Exposure to paint shop environment (heat, fumes, dust; PPE required)
• Overtime as required
• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

Equal Opportunity

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.