Paint Operator — 1st Shift, Quality & Setup Focus

Colonial Group; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Michigan is seeking an Operator, Paint to operate molding machines and assemble parts under supervision. You will trim, count, weigh, and inspect products while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include reading instruction sheets, handling parts, cleaning areas, reporting machine issues, and supporting color/mold changes as needed. High school diploma required; some roles may require basic lifting and standing.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Capable of performing basic math for counts and weights.
• Attention to detail in quality inspection and packaging steps.

Responsibilities

• Read, understands, and follows Operator Instruction Sheet to determine part numbers, inspection procedures, packing requirements, and any special instruction.
• Retrieve, inspect, count, weigh, pack, and label parts per written/oral instructions.
• Use hand tools to trim, cut, and prepare parts per safety procedures.
• Operate molding machines and/or air tools to assemble, decorate, or produce product; report malfunctions or variances.
• Compare, inspect, and monitor production quality against samples; accept or reject per standards.
• Perform simple clerical tasks involving recording and summarizing production data.
• Assist with color changes/mold changes; set up for next job and support breaks for others.
• Maintain 5S cleanliness at the work station and area.

Skills

Quality inspection

Machine operation

Safety procedures

Reading instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Colonial Group in Michigan is seeking an Operator, Paint to operate molding machines and assemble parts under supervision. You will trim, count, weigh, and inspect products while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include reading instruction sheets, handling parts, cleaning areas, reporting machine issues, and supporting color/mold changes as needed. High school diploma required; some roles may require basic lifting and standing.