Production Operator - Paint Processor

The Pittsburgh Paint Company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-Time Benefits

Job summary

The Pittsburgh Paints Company in Louisville, KY is seeking a Production Operator - Paint Processor to support dispersion, thindown, quality evaluation, and batch adjustments. Starting pay is $24.67 per hour.

This full-time position follows a 2nd shift (10:00 AM–8:45 PM, Mon-Thu, with potential overtime on Fri/Sat) and offers full-time benefits. Qualifications include 1–3 years in manufacturing, strong attention to detail, color vision, and the ability to work in a team.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn production and inventory systems.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and accurately document work.
• Ability to distinguish between colors and shades.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Team-oriented attitude with a strong focus on safety and quality.
• Ability to complete required safety and job specific training.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety rules and standard safety practices.
• Operate mixing and processing equipment according to production instructions.
• Accurately add raw materials to batches in the correct order and amounts.
• Use forklifts and other material handling equipment to move and stage materials.
• Monitor batches during processing to ensure quality standards are being met.
• Perform quality checks and make adjustments to color, viscosity, or strength as directed.
• Transfer materials between tanks or vessels using pumps and transfer hoses.
• Record batch information such as temperatures, mix times, speeds, and adjustments.

Job description

Overview

Production Operator - Paint Processor, Louisville, KY

Starting pay: $24.67

Shift: 2nd shift – 10:00 AM to 8:45 PM, Monday through Thursday, with possible overtime on Fridays and Saturdays

Full-Time Benefits

The Pittsburgh Paints Company is seeking a detail-oriented Production Operator - Paint Processor to support production processes including dispersion, thindown, quality evaluation, and batch adjustments. This role is responsible for safely producing batches according to specifications, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring product quality standards are met. The ideal candidate has prior manufacturing experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with all safety rules and standard safety practices
• Operate mixing and processing equipment according to production instructions
• Accurately add raw materials to batches in the correct order and amounts
• Use forklifts and other material handling equipment to move and stage materials
• Monitor batches during processing to ensure quality standards are being met
• Perform quality checks and make adjustments to color, viscosity, or strength as directed
• Transfer materials between tanks or vessels using pumps and transfer hoses
• Record batch information such as temperatures, mix times, speeds, and adjustments

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn production and inventory systems
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and accurately document work
• Ability to distinguish between colors and shades
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills
• Team-oriented attitude with a strong focus on safety and quality
• Ability to complete required safety and job specific training
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to stand for extended periods and move around production equipment
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting hoses, manipulating valves, operating and adjusting equipment, stacking pallets, and carrying materials
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. frequently and up to 80 lbs. occasionally

Equipment Utilized

• Manufacturing equipment
• Forklifts and material handling equipment
• Computers and scanning equipment
• Strainer systems, pumps, and holding vessels

Work Environment & Safety

• Manufacturing facility handling water-borne and solvent-based materials
• Fast-paced production environment
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, and steel toe footwear

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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