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Kendrick Plastics

Paint Mixer - 2nd shift

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$21.95 - $22.95/hr

Your work directly impacts product quality and helps keep our manufacturing process moving. Shift ... Verify paint specifications and maintain accurate mixing records * Monitor paint inventory and ...

Kendrick Plastics

Paint Mixer - 2nd shift

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$21.95 - $22.95/hr

Your work directly impacts product quality and helps keep our manufacturing process moving. Shift ... Verify paint specifications and maintain accurate mixing records * Monitor paint inventory and ...

Gerber Collision & Glass

Auto Paint Prepper

Batavia, IL · On-site

At the Gerber Collision & Glass , our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and supportive ... mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...

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The Boyd Group

Auto Paint Prepper

Angola, IN · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

At the Gerber Collision & Glass, our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and supportive ... product mixing, and application. Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A ...

The Boyd Group

Auto Paint Prepper

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

At the Gerber Collision & Glass , our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and supportive ... mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...

The Boyd Group

Auto Paint Prepper

Angola, IN · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

At the Gerber Collision & Glass , our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and supportive ... mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...

The Boyd Group

Auto Paint Prepper

Angola, IN · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

At the Gerber Collision & Glass , our teams work to provide the elite infrastructure and supportive ... mixing, and application. * Evaluate bodywork to ensure a quality paint job will result A Career ...

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How much do work study auto paint mixer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for work study auto paint mixer in the United States is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Work Study Auto Paint Mixer vs Auto Body Technician?

AspectWork Study Auto Paint MixerAuto Body Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; technical training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentPaint booths, auto repair shops, manufacturing facilitiesAuto repair shops, collision centers, dealerships
Industry UsageUsed mainly in auto manufacturing and repair for mixing paintsInvolved in repairing and restoring vehicle bodies

Work Study Auto Paint Mixers focus on preparing and mixing paints for auto repairs, often working in manufacturing or repair shops. Auto Body Technicians perform repairs on vehicle exteriors, including painting, but also involve bodywork and structural repairs. While both roles require knowledge of auto paints, the primary difference lies in their scope: mixers prepare paints, whereas technicians apply and repair vehicle bodies.

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Paint Mixer - 2nd shift

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

Kendrick Plastics
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
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$21.95 - $22.95/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Key responsibilities

  • Verify paint specifications and maintain accurate mixing records

  • Monitor paint inventory and ensure adequate supplies of paint, catalysts, filters, and related materials

  • Support production activities, including assisting hand painters and changing filters when needed

Job description

Looking for a stable manufacturing career with a growing company? Kendrick Plastics is hiring a Paint Mixer to help keep our paint operations running smoothly and efficiently. If you're detail-oriented, safety-focused, and enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment, we'd love to meet you.

In this role, you'll play a critical part in supporting production by ensuring paint materials are properly mixed, tracked, organized, and available when needed. Your work directly impacts product quality and helps keep our manufacturing process moving.

Shift Information
  • 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:20 PM
  • Overtime available before or after shift as needed
  • $0.45/hour shift premium
What You'll Do
  • Verify paint specifications and maintain accurate mixing records
  • Monitor paint inventory and ensure adequate supplies of paint, catalysts, filters, and related materials
  • Report any out-of-spec materials to leadership or engineering
  • Operate, clean, and maintain paint guns, pumps, and related equipment
  • Flush systems during color changes and perform routine cleaning
  • Properly handle and dispose of paint waste while following environmental guidelines
  • Receive, scan, store, and manage inventory using FIFO processes
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe mixing room
  • Complete daily paint usage reports and required documentation
  • Support production activities, including assisting hand painters and changing filters when needed
  • Participate in safety programs, team meetings, and training activities
What We're Looking For
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to follow safety, quality, and production procedures
  • Comfortable working around industrial equipment and paint-related materials
  • Basic computer or handheld scanner experience preferred
  • Dependable team player with a strong work ethic
  • Manufacturing experience is helpful but not required
Why Join Kendrick Plastics?

Kendrick Plastics is a growing automotive supplier that produces high-quality interior components for some of the most recognized vehicles on the road. We believe every employee plays an important role in our success, and we're committed to creating opportunities for people who want to build a long-term career.

When you join Kendrick, you're joining a team that values:

  • Respect and teamwork
  • Safety and quality
  • Reliability and accountability
  • Growth and advancement opportunities
Benefits Upon Eligibility
  • 401(k) with company contributions for every hour worked
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ready to get started? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you!

Kendrick Plastics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.





3:00 p.m. - 11:20 p.m. Overtime before or after shift as needed. 2nd Shift premium is $.45 per hour