Manufacturing Operator (PM Shift)

U-Pol-Limited; Little Irchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Axalta is seeking a Manufacturing Operator for the PM shift at our Wellingborough facility in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on manufacturing formulations to meet volume targets while upholding safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include operating mixing equipment, housekeeping, and participating in daily briefings and continuous improvement activities. Applicants should have GCSE/NVQ2 or equivalent, numeracy skills, and a forklift license.

Qualifications

• GCSE/NVQ level 2 or equivalent, or 3 years’ experience in manufacturing operations.
• Ideally Maths and English qualifications; must be numerate to read numbers, batch cards and data.
• Forklift licence required.
• Experience in manufacturing/process industry with good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate mixing and associated equipment.
• Maintain housekeeping standards.
• Participate in daily briefings and improvement boards.
• Contribute to safety, quality and continuous improvement activities.
• Work across manufacturing and rotate to maintain standards and resolve issues.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Teamwork

Problem solving

Numeracy

Excellent verbal communication

Forklift license

Education

GCSE/NVQ level 2 or equivalent

Maths & English qualifications preferred

Tools

Forklift truck license

Job description

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 colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernising infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles. We are currently looking for a Manufacturing Operator (PM Shift) to join us at our facility in Wellingborough, UK. The purpose of this position is to manufacture our formulations to meet planned volumes and targets in accordance with safety and quality standards. Responsible for delivering manufacturing production performance targets by following agreed operating procedures and actively participating in continuous improvement methodologies to improve performance in terms of quality, cost, delivery, HSE and team development.

Key responsibilities

• Operate mixing and associated equipment
• Maintain an excellent standard of housekeeping
• Participate and contribute to daily briefings, MDI boards Tier 1
• Actively participate in safety, quality and continuous improvement activities
• Have a sound knowledge of systems and procedures and carry out all work in a safe manner, reporting any issues via the appropriate system
• Competent across all manufacturing in order that he/she can rotate regularly, maintaining standards and raising issues with team members to resolve efficiently
• Challenges personal performance and develops own skills and supports the team to deliver consistent results
• Demonstrate a working knowledge and application of continuous improvement tools in daily work and is capable of actively participating in improvement teams.

Key requirements

• GCSE/ NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) or 3 years’ experience in manufacturing operations
• Ideally a qualification in Maths and English – must be competent in numeracy to read and understand numbers, batch cards, interpret and manipulate data where required.
• Certified with forklift truck license
• Experience in manufacturing / process industry
• Excellent verbal communication and team work skills to work with colleagues to achieve individual and team targets
• Desire to champion the company values
• Logical problem-solving skills

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 optimise 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.

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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.

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

Axalta is a global coatings company focused on providing customers with innovative, colourful and sustainable solutions. With more than 150 years of experience in the coatings industry, Axalta continues to find ways to serve more than 100,000 customers with the finest coatings, application systems and technology.