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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for paint room 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.

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AspectPaint Room OperatorSpray Painter
CredentialsHigh school diploma, safety trainingHigh school diploma, safety training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or assembly plant, enclosed paint boothsWorkshops, industrial settings, enclosed or open spray areas
Job FocusPreparing paint, operating equipment, quality checksApplying paint via spray guns, finishing surfaces
Industry UsageCommon in automotive, aerospace, manufacturingCommon in automotive, furniture, metalworking

Both roles involve painting tasks in industrial settings, often requiring similar safety training and work environments. The Paint Room Operator typically manages the entire painting process, including equipment operation and quality control, while the Spray Painter focuses mainly on applying paint using spray guns. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Paint Room Operator

Paint Room Operator

Mauser Packaging Solutions

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Mauser Packaging Solutions rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 109 rated packaging manufacturers

Job description

Primary Production Responsibilities:

  • Independently operate machines, equipment, and produce production parts to required tolerances
  • Read and comprehend customer specification sheets; anticipate the next order and stage supplies/products as needed 
  • Utilize Company systems for reporting production, scrap, inventory, etc. 
  • Follow direction and product required quantities 
  • Mix paint and apply to specs; schedule requirements for steel drums 
  • Paint drum exterior to give a quality appearance 
  • Verify paint to correct viscosity and pump into system as required; flush lines between colors 
  • Ensure all pumps and agitators are in good working order 
  • Set-up and adjust or clean paint tips in paint booth 
  • Maintain paint heaters/guns and related equipment in good operating order 
  • Keep paint booth and chains clean and tidy 
  • Remove and dispose back wall filters daily and install new filters 
  • Follow Maintenance PM's and clean/replace all inline paint filters 
  • Organize trial runs of new paint for customer sample runs. 
  • Troubleshoot mechanical issues with other operators, maintenance, and management

OTHER DUTIES:

  • Maintain working area in a clean, orderly and safe condition. 
  • Carry out minor maintenance overhauls and parts changes, including designated preventative maintenance. 
  • Track issues with downtime and/or equipment 
  • Organize empties generated from Paint Room and dispose of properly. 
  • Assist 55G Paint Stager with weekly inventory of paint and solvents, rotate inventory. 
  • Fill-in or replace the Paint Stager as needed. 
  • Attend all required meetings and trainings. 
  • Perform all other duties as required or requested.
Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development?
Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.
Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.
At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that's always striving to innovate and serve customers better-and help them be better stewards of the environment.
Whether you're a seasoned professional-or just beginning your career-there's a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!

Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Mauser Packaging Solutions is a global leader in solutions and services across the packaging lifecycle, providing packaging worldwide to companies in industries from food, personal care, paints and chemicals.

Industry

Plastics and rubber products manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Oak Brook, IL, US

Year founded

2018

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