Flex-N-Gate · 1 day ago
Paint Mixer
Urbana, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21/hr - $22/hrFlex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, providing a great opportunity for hard-working individuals. The Paint Mixer role is primarily responsible for accurately blending and mixing paints to achieve specific color formulas while ensuring consistency and quality.
AutomotiveLogisticsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Perform Viscosity checks: measuring the thickness or flow characteristics of paint to ensure it meets the required standards
Mix paint in 5-gallon buckets using small agitator
Ensure paint is correctly hooked up to the robot in the paint booth
Change filters: To prevent particles or dried bits of paint from clogging the spray nozzles, help maintain uniform flow and avoid any inconsistencies in the application
Cleaning and avoiding contamination: To maintain paint quality and ensure smooth consistent results
Barrel Changes: exchange 500-pound drums using a drum cart
Record the usage of paint during you shift
Additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be able to see color vision, specifically the ability to perceive a wide range of colors accurately and distinguish minimal variations in color
Must be able to communicate in English
Must be able to demonstrate understanding health and safety compliance training programs and departmental work instructions that are written in English
Use of basic hand tools such as wrenches and pliers
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Lift and carry 5-gallon buckets (up to 58lbs) for mixing, from floor to 60 inches and up to 50 feet in distance, handling 6-10 buckets per shift
Move 500-pound barrels using cart
Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach above head and below shoulder level
Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
Must pass annual pulmonary function testing and respirator physical for approval to use negative pressure masks and full-face respirators
Benefits
401(k)- With company match!
Medical, Vision and Dental insurance
Additional employee- sponsored benefits: Short Term and Long- term disability, FSA & HSA Accounts
Paid Vacation
12 Paid Holidays
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
Company
Flex-N-Gate
Flex-N-Gate manufactures metal and plastic original equipment components and mechanical assemblies for companies.
Founded in 1956
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2026-01-03
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