Job description

Location: Waukegan, IL, US
Company: AkzoNobel

We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. 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 have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose
Executes assigned production tasks in accordance with procedures, to ensure right levels of HSE, Quality, Service and costs.
Key Responsibilities

• Takes ownership of production assets and ensures they are operated safely and as per established procedures, guidelines and industry good practice
• Reports safety, quality or other issues related to products or production processes to Team Leader / Shift Supervisor.
• Maintain storage of raw materials, intermediates and finished goods while obtaining materials needed for batch makers, adjusters, tinters and fill off as needed by production while following all safety guidelines and procedures
• Batch makers will order materials needed to make batch from material coordinator or the warehouse
• Materials are delivered to a designated area for the batch maker
• Remaining material is put back where it came from or the empty containers are taken to designated areas for proper disposal or reconditioning.
• Hazardous waste containers are to be taken to the accumulation area as soon as they are full, labeled and dated
• Keep yards and storage areas in a neat and clean state
• Remove all trash and rags from the building at the end of the shift
• Must move to other production tasks operator has been trained to perform as needed
• Measure the amount of product into the correct container for proper yield, by weighing and/or measuring the weight of the material in the containers with the tools provided
• Properly complete the batch ticket as instructed, label all containers, and number them in the sequence they were filled off
• Weighs/measures all materials used in the process for yield and accuracy of completed batches

Job Requirements

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow safety instructions and safety guidelines
• Ability to read and apply accurate labels
• Ability to measure and weigh accurately
• Ability to lift and handle containers such as 5 gallon pails up to 75 lbs, 60 lb bags of pigment or maneuvering drums up to 900 lbs
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to multi-task and balance priorities
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments and inclement weather
• Ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment with exposure to chemical agents
• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time
• Arm-Hand steadiness- Keeping your arm or hand steady
• Near vision- ability to read labels and see details up close
• Prior manufacturing experience, paint manufacturing experience preferred
• English Speaking

Benefits on Day 1

• Pay: $29.50/hr + 3% annual bonus
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• 401K with 6% company match
• Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
• Progression pay plans
• Short- & Long-term disability
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee appreciation days

Competencies
Accepting Direction
Accepting Responsibility
Acquiring Information
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.
Requisition ID: 28659
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Waukegan, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Chemical Manufacturing: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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