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Cadence Aerospace- Premiere Processing

Painter

Wichita, KS · On-site

$16.25 - $22.25/hr

JOB SUMMARY · Paint Operator is responsible for the application of primer and topcoat per customer specifications. PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES · Verify parts are ready for paint. · Arrange ...

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Paint Operator - Afternoon

Salem, OH · On-site

Ready to build your future? Join a team that values safety, teamwork, quality, and career growth while offering competitive pay and an excellent benefits package. Job Duty Summary: * Review work ...

Flex-N-Gate

Paint Operator - Afternoon

Salem, OH · On-site

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 ...

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Paint Operator - Afternoon

Salem, OH · On-site

Ready to build your future? Join a team that values safety, teamwork, quality, and career growth while offering competitive pay and an excellent benefits package. Job Duty Summary: * Review work ...

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Paint Operator - Afternoon

Salem, OH

Ready to build your future? Join a team that values safety, teamwork, quality, and career growth while offering competitive pay and an excellent benefits package. Job Duty Summary: * Review work ...

Syndeo

Production Painter - 1st Shift

Wichita, KS · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Level 1 -Paint Operator * Able to read and follow routine work processes and procedures. * Requires a moderate degree of mechanical, technical and/or analytic knowledge and experience. * May include ...

LG Electronics

Sr. Paint Technician

Clarksville, TN · On-site

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

Assists Paint Operators in diagnosing mechanical problems and determining how to correct. Identify training and development needs through regular conversation and observation Assists in the ...

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How much do paint operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for paint operator in the United States is $17.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $17.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

How much do paint operator make?

Paint operators typically earn between $30,000 and $50,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Skilled operators with certifications or specialized knowledge may earn higher wages, especially in manufacturing or industrial settings with shift work. Wages can also vary based on the complexity of the equipment and safety requirements.

What does a paint operator do?

A paint operator is responsible for operating and maintaining painting equipment to apply coatings to products or surfaces. They prepare surfaces, mix paints or coatings, monitor application processes, and ensure quality standards are met. The role often requires knowledge of safety procedures, proper use of tools, and sometimes certifications in handling hazardous materials.

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Infographic showing various Paint Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 37% Full Time, 61% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,915 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Beamline Paint Operator 1st shift

Adairsville, GA

STOW Group
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Company Description

#WeRackTheWorld

The warehouse of the future contains high-density, high-precision racking with automated pallet shuttles (like our atlas 1D) instead of wide aisles that forklifts need to pass through.

Our customers benefit from much better utilization of their warehouses (up to 70% more pallet storage than traditional rack!), maximized vertical space, improved accuracy in pallet selection, and minimized labor costs and product damage.

Over the span of more than 40 years, we've grown into a company with 10 manufacturing facilities, 19 commercial offices, and the know-how of around 2000 employees serving customers in 40 countries.

We Rack the World. Early 2021, we opened our first U.S. Office in Romeoville, IL and we have already grown to over 70 employees. We are also soon opening our first stow manufacturing plant in the greater Atlanta area to serve our current and future customer base. It's exciting times to be at stow!

Location:  Adairsville, GA

Job Description

Responsible for operating and overseeing the automated paint line for structural steel beams. Ensures proper coating application, equipment functionality, and quality control throughout the painting process.

  • Capable of the operation of machines, ovens and baths, pumps 
  • Capable of the setting of paint guns at the high voltage level, air flow rates 
  • Capable of painting programs and adaptation of parameters
  • Full understanding of ATEX risks - explosive mass - automatic fire systems (STS)
  • Capable of running the PH degreasing bath equipment 
  • Production: Degreasing - rinsing of products
  • Drying, baking oven and paint booths 
  • You do bath controls: ph tab, titration products 
  • You do paint checks: Elcometer 
  • PPE: glasses, overalls, masks, earplugs, caps, gloves, plastic sleeves 
  • PM Blow guns 
  • ATEX vacuum cleaner to clean the floor, powder bins etc 
  • Operating cleaning machine to clean the floor 
  • Maintain suction cabin for cleaning powder tanks 
  • Utilize plastic bag + shovel or dust collector to collect powder
  • Capable to use a spare parts for preventive maintenance 
Qualifications

Qualifications : 

  • Education: High school diploma or GED; vocational training a plus.

  • Experience: Previous experience with stamping and Roll forming presses and manufacturing.
  • Technical Skills: Ability to read blueprints/technical drawings, strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of measuring tools.
  • Soft Skills: Detail-oriented, good problem-solving, teamwork, physical stamina (lifting, standing). 
Additional Information

What do we offer you?

  1.  PTO, days paid sick leave, 11 US paid holidays
  2. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  3. Company paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  4. Company Paid Life Insurance
  5. Company Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  6. 401K with employer match, currently 4%
  7. Partial Tuition Reimbursement after 12 months
  8. Gross Salary
  9. Tobacco Free Campus

Quality, Safety, Health, Environment, Compliance

Every employee at stow contributes to a safe and compliant work environment. We set the example and motivate each other to work safely, efficiently, and in a qualitative way. stow's standards, policies, instructions, and local legislations are there to guide our decisions.

EEO

stow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. stow prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, age, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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