Paint Inspection & Sorting Technician

Paint Inspection & Sorting Technician: 1st and 2nd shift positions available Summary

American Paint Recyclers

Location: Van Wert, Ohio

Job Type: Full-Time

Starting Pay: $14.00 per hour

American Paint Recyclers is seeking a dependable, hands‑on, detail‑oriented Paint Inspection & Sorting Technician to join our production team. This position plays a critical role in our paint recycling process by inspecting, sorting, and evaluating incoming paint containers to ensure they meet company acceptance standards for recycling.

The ideal candidate takes pride in maintaining quality, follows safety procedures, and enjoys working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This position serves as the first quality control checkpoint in our recycling process, helping ensure that only acceptable materials enter production and contribute directly to the quality of our finished recycled paint products.

• Inspect incoming paint containers to determine whether materials meet company acceptance standards.
• Perform visual inspections for contamination, leaks, damage, mold, or other non‑acceptable materials.
• Identify and separate non‑acceptable products, including oil‑based paints, hazardous materials, and contaminated containers.
• Sort paint containers by type, condition, and company processing guidelines.
• Remove and properly dispose of rejected materials according to company procedures.
• Accurately identify water‑based latex paint and other acceptable products for recycling.
• Maintain quality standards to ensure only approved materials enter the recycling process.
• Keep the inspection and sorting area clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Work collaboratively with production team members to meet daily production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to work hands‑on.
• Ability to follow instructions and company procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in a warehouse/production environment with varying temperatures.

• Reliable and dependable.
• Safety‑minded.
• Team‑oriented.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Takes pride in producing quality work.

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Performance‑based bonus opportunities.
• Paid time off.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• On‑the‑job training provided.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Stable and growing company environment.

Full‑time, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

OR

Full‑time, Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM.

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American Paint Recyclers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.