Production Operator - Night Shift

Axalta; Milton; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Axalta in Milton, ON is seeking a Production Operator / Filling Line Operator to operate a semi-automated filling line packaging paints, solvents, primers, and body filler products. The role involves machine operation, material handling, cleaning, and strict safety adherence in a fast-paced production environment.

Full training provided; candidates must pass basic English and math assessments, lift up to 50 lbs, and wear PPE including a respirator. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Ability to pass a basic English and math assessment.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and perform frequent bending, lifting, and turning.
• Willingness to wear PPE and a respirator (must be clean-shaven).
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Pass a background check and pre-employment physical.

Responsibilities

• Operate a semi‑automated filling machine to fill and package paints, solvents, primers, and body filler products.
• Learn and perform filling line setup and teardown procedures.
• Clean tanks, pumps, and production equipment using approved solvents and cleaning processes.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE, including a respirator.
• Maintain work areas in accordance with 5S standards.
• Safely lift, move, and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Complete production‑related tasks while meeting quality and productivity standards.
• Work collaboratively with team members and support operational needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Previous manufacturing/production/fill

Chemical/coat/paint environment

Strong attendance and safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

We are currently looking for a Production Operator / Filling Line Operator to join us at our facility in Milton, ON. In this hands‑on manufacturing role, you will operate a semi‑automated filling line used to package paints, solvents, primers, and body filler products. This position involves machine operation, material handling, cleaning processes, and adherence to strict safety standards in a fast‑paced production environment. Full training is provided for candidates who are eager to learn and develop their manufacturing skills.

Schedule

• Sunday: 6:00 PM – 4:30 AM
• Monday – Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a semi‑automated filling machine to fill and package paints, solvents, primers, and body filler products.
• Learn and perform filling line setup and teardown procedures.
• Clean tanks, pumps, and production equipment using approved solvents and cleaning processes.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE, including a respirator.
• Maintain work areas in accordance with 5S standards.
• Safely lift, move, and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Complete production‑related tasks while meeting quality and productivity standards.
• Work collaboratively with team members and support operational needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Ability to successfully complete a basic English and math assessment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform frequent bending, lifting, and turning.
• Willingness to wear required PPE and a respirator (must be clean‑shaven).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Ability to pass a background check and pre‑employment physical.

Preferred Skills

• Previous manufacturing, production, assembly, or filling line experience.
• Experience working in a chemical, coatings, paint, or industrial environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Reach Truck and/or Counterbalance forklift experience.
• Strong attendance record and commitment to workplace safety.

This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.

Compensation

We consider an individual's qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The expected compensation for this position is $22.00 CAD per hour. The actual offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate's qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.

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.

Axalta may use technology‑assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job‑related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

Recruitment Fraud Alert: We take candidate safety seriously. If you believe you’ve encountered a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent our company, please include a link or screenshot and report it to TA‑Support‑[e-mail].

Axalta Coating Systems Canada Company is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and applicants with a disability, or disabilities, may request to be accommodated at any point in the recruitment process. We will work with all applicants to accommodate their individual accessibility needs.

We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.

This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.