Associate Technician

About the role:

The associate technician, paint shop process in Jeddah (KAEC) will support daily paint shop operations by preparing accurate paint mixtures, maintaining mixing room equipment, and ensuring consistent quality standards. This hands-on role requires a skilled technician with 5-7 years of experience in paint mixing environments, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and mix paint formulations according to approved formulas and production schedules

Operate, calibrate, and maintain paint mixing room equipment including mixers, scales, and dispensers

Perform quality checks on mixed paint batches, record results, and adjust processes to meet specifications

Monitor and manage paint inventory levels, coordinate replenishment to prevent production delays

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe mixing area in compliance with environmental and safety regulations

Collaborate with production, quality control, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot process issues and implement corrective actions

Document batch data, deviations, and maintenance activities accurately in the system

Required qualifications:

5-7 years of hands-on experience in paint mixing or paint shop operations

Proficiency in paint mixing techniques and understanding of paint chemistry

Experience operating and maintaining paint mixing room equipment (mixers, scales, dispensers)

Strong grasp of quality control procedures and ability to perform batch testing

Familiarity with safety protocols for handling chemicals and hazardous materials

Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and record-keeping skills

Effective communication and teamwork abilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Ability to follow standard operating procedures and work under production timelines

Preferred qualifications:

Certification in industrial painting, coatings technology, or related field

Prior experience in automotive or heavy-equipment paint shops

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

Basic computer skills for inventory management and reporting

Forklift or material handling equipment license

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) for inventory and batch tracking

Position details:

Location: Jeddah (KAEC), Saudi Arabia

Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial

Experience required: 5+ years