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Paint Operator Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

The Shyft Group

Painter

Bristol, IN · On-site

$19 - $25.75/hr

... paint area * Load and unload parts on racking or carts per process documentation * Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete duties in assigned area * Read and follow detailed operator ...

The Shyft Group

Painter

Bristol, IN · On-site

$25.50/hr

... paint area * Load and unload parts on racking or carts per process documentation * Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete duties in assigned area * Read and follow detailed operator ...

Lippert

Painter

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

Make sure there is a proper amount of paint components available for daily use * Notifies Plant Leadership when materials are low or equipment is not operating correctly. * Cross trains in other ...

Lippert

Painter

Elkhart, IN

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

Make sure there is a proper amount of paint components available for daily use * Notifies Plant Leadership when materials are low or equipment is not operating correctly. * Cross trains in other ...

Lippert

Painter

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

Make sure there is a proper amount of paint components available for daily use * Notifies Plant Leadership when materials are low or equipment is not operating correctly. * Cross trains in other ...

Revitalize Mixers LLC.

Automotive Painter

Hobart, IN

$26/hr

Fundamental knowledge and understanding of the following areas: operating sandblasters, sanders, prepping surfaces for paint application, painting vehicles and components and body work Experience ...

Integrity Trade Services

Machine Operator

Sellersburg, IN

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

. Duties include operating a roll former, coil slitter, and flat sheet shears to produce metal ... paint defects, dents, and/or scratches). Entering production quantities for each order into our ...

Jupiter Aluminum

Assitant Operator

Fairland, IN · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

The Assistant Operator in the Entry/Exit section of the Paint Line is responsible for supporting the continuous operation of the aluminum coil coating process. This role is responsible for safely ...

Toyota Material Handling

Painter

East Chicago, IN · On-site

$19.25/hr

Performing light assembly work for paint prep (masking, ink stenciling) * Operating material moving equipment (cranes, pallet jacks, forklifts, dollies) as needed * Adjusting paint and powder coating ...

Revive Home Brands

Flatline Finish Operator

Grabill, IN · On-site

$18 - $22/hr

The Flatline Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining the Makor finishing machine to apply stains, paints, or topcoats to cabinet components. The operator ensures finished ...

McComb Window & Door Co

Painter

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

About the Organization McComb Window & Door Co. is a family-owned and operated business established ... Spray sealer/primer and lacquer/paint in Garmat spray booth. * The position also requires sanding ...

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What is the difference between Paint Operator vs Spray Painter?

AspectPaint OperatorSpray Painter
CredentialsHigh school diploma, safety trainingHigh school diploma, safety training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, industrial settingsAuto body shops, manufacturing, industrial facilities
Job DutiesOperate paint equipment, prep surfaces, ensure qualityApply paint using spray guns, surface prep, finishing
Industry UsageManufacturing, automotive, aerospaceAutomotive, furniture, industrial equipment

Paint Operators and Spray Painters share similar skills and work environments, often requiring safety training and surface preparation. However, Paint Operators typically focus on operating paint systems in manufacturing settings, while Spray Painters are more involved in applying paint directly to surfaces, especially in auto body or finishing shops.

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The Shyft Group

Bristol, IN • On-site

$19 - $25.75/hr

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The Shyft Group rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

32nd of 44 rated automakers

Job description

The Painter position is responsible for the painting of truck cabs, bodies, and parts for the company's specialty/utility/fleet vehicles.

  • Responsible for painting full sized vehicles with very minimal defects
  • Perform preventive maintenance on paint equipment
  • Identify and spot repair paint defects in accordance with appearance specification
  • Verify cleaning chemical concentrations
  • Pre-treat and prep cabs and parts for paint
  • Spray base coat and clear coat
  • Mix tints following a formula to match paint codes
  • Maintain accurate documentation of paint codes
  • Coordinate material movement within the paint area
  • Load and unload parts on racking or carts per process documentation
  • Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete duties in assigned area
  • Read and follow detailed operator instructions, installation drawings, blueprints, etcetera, as required by a particular area
  • Self-check work and inspect prior processes
  • Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools, as required
  • Meet production goals
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area
  • Initiate process improvements
  • Support 5S in work area
  • Communicate with manufacturing and other cross-functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues
  • Solve complex problems with minimal assistance
  • Know various customer vehicles and trucks
  • Ability to mask multiple color units & train FAP Paint
  • Undercoat
  • Paint Touch Up
  • Wheel Alignment

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