Hiring Shifts:

1st shift - need to be open to train on 1st and then be open to moving to 2nd

2nd Shift - General Operator - ( 3:00pm -11:30pm M-F)

The Huntsville, AL plant is looking for a Plant Operator who is action oriented, can make quality decisions quickly and possess excellent trouble shooting skills. The successful candidate in an Operator position will be trained in all facets of production (pre-mixing and material loading for batches, filling product into shipping containers, distribution, testing, sampling, and cleaning) to learn these essential duties of the position. The incumbent must operate production equipment safely to ensure the highest quality and correct quantity in accordance with the production schedule, standard operating procedures and supervisory instructions. Position duties and responsibilities can change regularly based on business needs. Operators will understand the mechanics of how to operate various types of equipment with confidence. Types of equipment include but are not limited to; labeler, filler machines, air pumps, high speed dispersers, air mixers, and weight scales within the department. Solve routine problems associated with job responsibilities. Ensures the highest product quality possible while adhering to all safety, environmental and work rules.

Responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities

Performs all duties in a safe working manner, following all of the Company safety policies and proceduresBlend batch to designated formulaLearn how to fill-off batches and fill batchesRecord all adjustments made to batchesUpon completion of batch make sure work area is cleaned upFollow batch fill-out instructions as they relate to filter/straining requirements, container requirements, agitation of material requirements and labeling requirementsSelect approved batches to be filled by ship date or supervisors' instructionsSet up filtering equipment per batch ticket instructions and operate filling equipmentOperate PLC Directly responsible for housekeeping and control of waste generationOperation of powered material handling equipment (PMHE) to move, store, load, and unload hazardous finished product(s) Unloading and loading of bulk

 

Minimum Requirements Qualifications:

Required:

High School Diploma/GED Math and problem-solving; mechanical, numerical and verbal aptitude to learn our jobs quickly Ability to be licensed to operate fork trucksDemonstrated ability to demonstrate collaboration skills and work within self-managed team environment Must be able to read and follow, weight fractions of ounces, and measure accurately by gallons, pints and ounces (good math skills)

Preferred:

Chemical plant/paint making experienceExperience in training other operation staffAble to demonstrate basic computer skills, Prior experience operating fork trucks

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.  

 

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

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