Paint Cell Leader - Day Shift

Mitchell Plastics is an award-winning and growing Company. Our key strength is that we offer our world-wide Automotive customers a single source alternative for all of their interior automotive plastic part needs.

As an Employer, we offer an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our growing "Best In Class" Team in the automotive industry today. We believe that our people are what makes us great and strive to offer our employees opportunities for advancement. Come join our Team, and learn first-hand how you can contribute to our “Innovation Inside”!

Put yourself in the driver’s seat; imagine where a career here could take you.

Mitchell Plastics is an award-winning and growing company. Our key strength is that we offer our world-wide automotive customers a single-source alternative for all of their interior automotive plastic part needs. We have over 2,800 innovative team members, across 7 manufacturing locations throughout North America, who are dedicated to ensuring our position as a global top-tier automotive interior supplier. As an employer, we offer an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our growing "Best in Class" team. We believe that our team members make us great, and we offer ongoing opportunities for advancement. Our talented team is continually expanding and we are always on the lookout for driven individuals to become a valued part of our success.

Come join our Team, and learn first-hand how you can contribute to our “Innovation Inside”!

Mitchell Plastics provides...

• Competitive compensation
• Development and training plans
• Bonus eligibility
• RRSP matching
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, life and LTD
• Paid time off and paid holidays

The Opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Sales Team in our Kitchener, Ontario Corporate Office location. The Account / Sales Manager will provide inside sales and customer support, assist with quotations and commercial activities, and work closely with the sales, program management, engineering, and plant teams to support customer requirements and business growth.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide coverage for painters during breaks and lunches to maintain production flow.
• Train and support painters on proper painting techniques, spray patterns, and quality standards.
• Ensure accurate completion of paint documentation, including lot numbers, viscosity, and required quality records.
• Monitor paint quality, complete spray-outs and inspections, and conduct paint trials for new programs.
• Coordinate program changes and communicate responsibilities to ensure smooth production transitions.
• Maintain paint equipment, tools, preventative maintenance schedules, and paint kitchen organization.
• Monitor paint inventory, minimize paint waste, and ensure paint is prepared for the incoming shift.
• Promote continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and consistent product quality.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety requirements, environmental procedures, and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and production-ready work area at all times.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to address issues, resolve problems, and support production goals.
• Lead by example by promoting teamwork, accountability, punctuality, and pride in workmanship

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Paint experience will be a asset

Job Details:

Wage: $31.60 per an hour

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Location 100 Washburn Drive, Kitchener, Ontario (on-site)

Hours of Work: 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday to Friday

Job Vacancy: This posting is to fill a current vacancy

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Mitchell Plastics and Ultra Manufacturing are committed to providing a barrier-free workplace. If accommodation is required during the selection or interview process, it will be available upon request. This job posting is available in an accessible format upon request. #joinmitchellplastics

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