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Paint Room Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

... paints, coatings, adhesives, and electronics. Our reliable and sustainable supply of quality ... The Control Room Operator monitors and operates equipment and facilities which includes combustion ...

Traveling Paint Specialist

Plains, PA

$17.25 - $23/hr

... operating a mobile trailer performing solvent-based painting. The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is ... Keep mixing room clean and organized * Ability to wet sand and buff as needed * Ensuring that hand ...

Traveling Paint Specialist

Plains, PA · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

... operating a mobile trailer performing solvent-based painting. The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is ... Keep mixing room clean and organized * Ability to wet sand and buff as needed * Ensuring that hand ...

Traveling Paint Specialist

Plains, PA · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

... operating a mobile trailer performing solvent-based painting. The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is ... Keep mixing room clean and organized * Ability to wet sand and buff as needed * Ensuring that hand ...

Traveling Paint Specialist

Plains, PA · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

... operating a mobile trailer performing solvent-based painting. The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is ... Keep mixing room clean and organized * Ability to wet sand and buff as needed * Ensuring that hand ...

Traveling Paint Specialist

Plains, PA · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

... operating a mobile trailer performing solvent-based painting. The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is ... Keep mixing room clean and organized * Ability to wet sand and buff as needed * Ensuring that hand ...

Traveling Paint Specialist

Plains, PA · On-site

$17.25 - $23/hr

... operating a mobile trailer performing solvent-based painting. The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is ... Keep mixing room clean and organized * Ability to wet sand and buff as needed * Ensuring that hand ...

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How much do paint room operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 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.

What is the difference between Paint Room Operator vs Spray Painter?

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.

More about Paint Room Operator jobs
Infographic showing various Paint Room Operator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 58% 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.
Print Room Operator Lamination 3rd shift

Print Room Operator Lamination 3rd shift

Carlex Glass Company

Ligonier, IN • On-site

$16 - $19/hr

Full-time

Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

  • Shift premium $1.50/shift committment bonus $2.00
  • Sign on Bonus $1500/Referral bonus/Quarterly Bonus
  • Paid life insurance/short term/long term disability
  • 401K
  • 2 weeks' vacation
  • Branded work attire/steel toes/prescription safety glasses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Safety Driven Culture

KEY TASKS
• Understand and follow work instructions and control plans
• Able to make adjustments and troubleshoot Black Frit paint processes
• Perform change overs and screen changes
• Identify proper paint and use proper mixing techniques to insure quality parts are produced
• Assist with key tasks during changeovers full line
• Do quality checks and input data into the Quality System to keep the process nominal, input GMaP’s data when required
• Maintain an organized clean work environment 5S
• Understands required PPE, location and purpose of all lockouts and e-stops
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment keeping the process running
• Excellent trouble shooting skills
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, ability to set priorities and goals
• Leads by strong work ethic and good attendance record
• Demonstrate excellent attendance, attitude, and decision making skills

Other Requirements:
• Valid driver’s license required for business travel
• Regular and predictable attendance required
• Cooperate within teams to carry out tasks and responsibilities
• Overtime may be required as work load or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays

KEY COMPETENCIES
• Basic skill level with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis.
• Live by example the Carlex Values – Safety, Accountability, Results Oriented, Team Approach, Customer Focused, and strong Integrity and Ethics.
• Additional responsibility is to be able to teach these values to others and encourage them to join the team.
• Others, as required