Paint Maker - Coatings Plant Operator (Day Shift)

Rust-Oleum Corporation; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Two weeks vacation

Job summary

Rust-Oleum Corporation is hiring a Paint Maker in Maryland to operate and tend painting and coating processes. You’ll set up machinery, monitor paint flow and viscosity, and ensure quality while following safety rules.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate data recording, and adherence to manufacturing standards. Starting pay is $24.20 per hour with a day shift, full benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience in manufacturing/chemical processing environment.
• Prior paint manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work well with other peer groups.
• Knowledge of industrial safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Observe machine gauges and equipment operation; adjust as needed to maintain standards.
• Determine paint flow, viscosity, and coating quality via inspection or machinery.
• Weigh or measure chemicals before adding them to machines.
• Mix coatings using automated paint mixing equipment according to formulas.
• Set up and operate machines to paint or coat products with materials specified.
• Regulate conveyor speeds, temperatures, air pressure, and spray flow.
• Start and stop machine operation using controls.
• Record operational data on specified forms.
• Start pumps to mix solutions and fill tanks.
• Operate auxiliary equipment used in coating or painting processes.

Skills

Experience in manufacturing/chemical

Communications skills

Team collaboration

Industrial safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Rust-Oleum Corporation is hiring a Paint Maker in Maryland to operate and tend painting and coating processes. You’ll set up machinery, monitor paint flow and viscosity, and ensure quality while following safety rules.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate data recording, and adherence to manufacturing standards. Starting pay is $24.20 per hour with a day shift, full benefits, and opportunities for growth.