Entry-Level General Paint Operator

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 31, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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 company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Entry-Level General Paint Operator - Afternoon Shift

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.

• Review work orders and production instructions to determine product specifications and material requirements.
• Set up, adjust, and remove equipment fixtures, guides, stops, attachments, and tools as needed for production.
• Operate cutting and production equipment, ensuring materials are properly loaded, aligned, and fed through machinery.
• Perform light manual assembly and preparation of parts as required.
• Measure and inspect completed products to verify compliance with quality and specification standards.
• Identify, rework, or reject defective parts to maintain product quality.
• Label, sort, and organize materials and finished products for processing, storage, shipping, or further assembly.
• Monitor equipment and production processes to ensure efficient operation and prevent defects.
• Maintain accurate production and operational records.
• Clean and maintain equipment and work areas to support a safe, organized, and efficient manufacturing environment.

• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions.
• Strong multitasking, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Manual dexterity and attention to quality standards.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Requires standing, bending, lifting, and moving throughout the shift.
• Overtime may be required based on production needs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds regularly.

If you’re dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to quality and safety, we’d love to hear from you!

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?

• “It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
• “Lots of growth opportunity.”
• “The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”

Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.