Paint Line Operator Jobs
Paint Line Operator jobs are open across automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, and consumer goods, from entry-level to lead and supervisory roles, with specializations in powder coating, liquid spray application, and electrostatic painting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Georgia-Pacific is seeking motivated individuals to join our Gypsum Wallboard facility in Fletcher, OK. As a Paint Line Operator, you will be responsible for using hand tools (i.e., blowers, shovels, brooms) to clean up debris in and around machines to ensure a safe work environment for all employees. You will also support machine operators and learn to operate production equipment. This entry-level position offers opportunities to advance as new skills are acquired and openings occur. Operators work in an industrial environment that is hot, humid, and noisy and work around dust, grease, oil, and other chemical substances. This is a non-climate-controlled facility, meaning temperatures can be very high in the summer, and cold in the winter.
Pay Rate:
$24.00/hour
Schedule:
8 or 12-hour rotating shifts that include weekends and holidays; Overtime opportunities available
Plants Address:
Georgia-Pacific Gypsum
16850 NE 135th St.
Fletcher, OK 73541
What You Will Do
- Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
- Monitor and/or entry into computer control systems
- Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production
- Perform basic asset care duties to include routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of work area
- Work as a team to help meet or exceed production, waste, quality, and safety goals
- Operate and/or work around mobile equipment
- Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment
- Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day, in a loud/noisy, and industrial, high-volume environment
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, agricultural, or military environment OR completion of post high school education in a manufacturing/industrial centered program
What Will Put You Ahead
- Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device
Our Team
The Fletcher facility has a rich history producing gypsum wallboard for a wide variety of customers. Georgia-Pacific's Building Products business is consistently among the nation's top suppliers of building products to large warehouse retailers and building materials dealers.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.
Who We Are
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.
Your Job
Georgia-Pacific is seeking motivated individuals to join our Gypsum Wallboard facility in Fletcher, OK. As a Paint Line Operator, you will be responsible for using hand tools (i.e., blowers, shovels, brooms) to clean up debris in and around machines to ensure a safe work environment for all employees. You will also support machine operators and learn to operate production equipment. This entry-level position offers opportunities to advance as new skills are acquired and openings occur. Operators work in an industrial environment that is hot, humid, and noisy and work around dust, grease, oil, and other chemical substances. This is a non-climate-controlled facility, meaning temperatures can be very high in the summer, and cold in the winter.
Pay Rate:
$24.00/hour
Schedule:
8 or 12-hour rotating shifts that include weekends and holidays; Overtime opportunities available
Plants Address:
Georgia-Pacific Gypsum
16850 NE 135th St.
Fletcher, OK 73541
What You Will Do
- Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
- Monitor and/or entry into computer control systems
- Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production
- Perform basic asset care duties to include routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of work area
- Work as a team to help meet or exceed production, waste, quality, and safety goals
- Operate and/or work around mobile equipment
- Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment
- Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day, in a loud/noisy, and industrial, high-volume environment
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, agricultural, or military environment OR completion of post high school education in a manufacturing/industrial centered program
What Will Put You Ahead
- Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device
Our Team
The Fletcher facility has a rich history producing gypsum wallboard for a wide variety of customers. Georgia-Pacific's Building Products business is consistently among the nation's top suppliers of building products to large warehouse retailers and building materials dealers.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.
Who We Are
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in paint line operator jobs.
- 1-3 years of experience operating automated or manual paint line equipment
- Knowledge of powder coating, liquid spray, or electrostatic application processes
- Ability to read and interpret color and finish quality specifications
- OSHA 10 or 30 certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
- Experience with surface preparation including masking, cleaning, and sandblasting
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
Tips for Your Paint Line Operator Job Search
Tailor your resume to coating specs
List every coating type you've operated, such as powder, liquid, or e-coat, alongside the specific equipment brands and line speeds you've maintained. Hiring managers scan for exact process keywords before reading anything else on a paint line operator resume.
Highlight safety certifications prominently
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30, hazardous materials handling, and respirator fit-test records are frequent filter criteria in paint line postings. Put certifications in a dedicated section near the top so screeners don't miss them during a quick scan.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists paint line operator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by industry finish standards
Automotive OEM lines run to different tolerance specs than job-shop or contract coating operations. Search for terms like 'mil thickness,' 'color matching,' or 'defect rate' in job descriptions to find postings that match the environment you actually know.
Prepare for a hands-on skills assessment
Many plant interviews include a floor walkthrough or a short practical test on spray technique and masking. Review your most recent quality metrics, rejection rates, and any continuous improvement contributions so you can discuss them concisely when asked.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Paint line roles often run second or third shifts, and differential pay varies significantly between facilities. Ask about shift structure, mandatory overtime expectations, and differential rates during the offer stage so you can compare total compensation accurately.
Paint Line Operator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most paint line operators?
Stow, Bil-Jax/Haulotte, and GH Metal Solutions are hiring the most paint line operators right now, with openings concentrated in Ohio, Wisconsin, and Alabama, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Automotive suppliers and contract coating shops tend to post the highest volume of openings at any given time.
How many paint line operator jobs are remote?
About 0% of paint line operator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most production environments. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote flexibility are quality inspection documentation, process engineering support, and line scheduling coordination rather than direct booth or conveyor operation.
How do you become a paint line operator?
Most paint line operators start with a high school diploma or GED and get initial training on the job at a manufacturing facility. Building familiarity with surface prep, masking techniques, and coating equipment through entry-level production roles helps. Earning an OSHA safety certification and learning to read quality finish specs accelerates your move into a dedicated operator position.
Can you get hired as a paint line operator with little experience?
Yes, many facilities hire entry-level candidates and train them on their specific line setup. Emphasize any production, assembly, or finishing work you've done, even in unrelated industries. Showing comfort with repetitive precision tasks, attention to surface quality, and a clean safety record gives hiring managers confidence you can be trained quickly on proprietary processes.
What does the paint line operator interview process look like?
Interviews typically start with a phone or video screen focused on your production background and shift availability. An in-person visit to the plant usually follows, often including a floor tour where supervisors assess your comfort around equipment and chemical handling. Some facilities add a short practical evaluation of masking or spray technique before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to paint line operator jobs?
You can find and apply to paint line operator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits your background.
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