The Paint Value Stream Specialist is responsible for taking ownership of the coatings value stream in the Finishing Department. Key areas of responsibility include color matching, paint mixing/tinting, controlling base component inventory levels, providing setups for the finishers, spray gun maintenance, and managing the stock color inventory program. A dedication to performing work safely and producing a quality product is the key to this role. This role reports to the Director of Manufacturing Services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate paint tinting, dispensing, mixing, and shaking equipment.
• Review work orders, color formulas, and specifications to ensure accurate product.
• Select, measure, and dispense pigments, colorants, additives, and base materials using computerized tinting systems or approved manual procedures.
• Verify color accuracy through approved quality checks before releasing product.
• Maintain accurate production records, including formula information, batch details, material usage, quality checks, and any deviations or corrective actions.
• Clean and maintain tinting machines, work surfaces, containers, tools, spray guns and surrounding areas to prevent contamination and ensure safe operation.
• Monitor inventory levels of base paints, pigments, colorants, containers, labels, and related supplies; notify the supervisor when replenishment is needed.
• Identify equipment issues, formula discrepancies, quality concerns, or unsafe conditions and report them promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
• Follow all safety policies, PPE requirements, SDS procedures, and 5S standards.
• Ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds throughout the day.
• Ability to lift and handle paint containers, pails, boxes, and related materials.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned. Qualifications
• Ability to follow written formulas, work orders, safety instructions, and SOPs.
• Ability to distinguish colors and recognize different shades, tones, and consistency.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to use tinting software, order systems, or production tracking tools.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and commitment to quality.
• Ability to communicate professionally with supervisors, coworkers, and customers.
• Ability to perform routine equipment cleaning, setup, and troubleshooting.

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person