Production Operator 1
Akzo Nobel

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we've been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people's lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It's what you'd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that's dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today - while creating an even better tomorrow. Let's paint the future together.

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com

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Job Purpose

The Production Operator provides support to all areas of the facility which include General Labor, Filling, and Paint Operator roles. The Production Operator is held by newly hired employees until they are placed into open positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate various transfer pumps and process tanks including their associated valves, lids, etc.
• Operate mixing agitators, Automatic Dosing System (ADS), Intermix Systems, weigh scales, and other processing equipment as required.
• Operate power lift equipment, including fork trucks.
• Label and maintain hazardous waste drums. Must be able to handle 55-gallon drums.
• Fill containers to the prescribed weight or volume.
• Proper housekeeping of work area and process equipment in various locations throughout the plant and outside.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Batch-making experience is a plus.

Job Requirements

• Prior experience working in a high-volume manufacturing facility is preferred but not required.
• Be capable of safely handling chemicals and minimizing hazards by being able to wear all required safety equipment and protective clothing as required by law and/or corporate policy.
• Be able to read and understand written instructions for making batches of products, and material safety data sheets necessary to perform assigned job functions
• Be able to move through various production areas, principally manufacturing areas/floors.
• Be able to lift to fifty (50) pounds.
• Be capable of safely operating lift equipment (including forktrucks)
• Basic Microsoft skills preferred.
• Fluent in English.

Total Compensation

• The hourly range for these skills is $18.25/hr + 3% Annual Bonus plus 3rd Shift Difference $1.00
• 401K retirement savings with a 6% company match
• Medical insurance with HSA
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans
• Short & Long term disability
• Paid Parental leave
• Career growth opportunities
• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
• Employee referral plan

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID:43542

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Nearest Major Market: Houston

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