Chemical Operator

PPG Industries; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Industries, located in Atlanta, GA, is hiring a Chemical Operator on 1st shift with a starting pay of $25.68 per hour. The role supports production by handling chemicals, reading work orders, and maintaining equipment to ensure timely, safe delivery of quality products.

Applicants must pass a medical and respirator certification, can lift 50 pounds, and have basic math skills. Forklift certification is required or pursued prior to placement.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a consistent basis.
• Must be able to be certified/pass a medical test to wear a respirator.
• Must be able to pass a basic math test.
• Must be able to be certified as a forklift driver.
• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Functions include setting up, filling, mixing and/or delivering production chemicals used in a manufacturing or process area where accuracy of chemical composition is important.
• Reads and comprehends from written and verbal instructions on work orders (after trained).
• Removes and disposes of waste chemicals, solvents and acids per the understanding of Haz Com training.
• Performs basic maintenance (TPM) of production equipment, cleans pots and tanks for production.
• May be required to assist in chemical spills.

Skills

lift 50 pounds

respirator certification

basic math test

forklift certification

manufacturing experience

Job description

IMMEDIATELY HIRING!

Chemical Operator, Atlanta, GA

Starting pay $25.68 per hour

1st Shift

Disclaimer

This position requires the use of, or access to, information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Accordingly, only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.

Accordingly, all applicants will be required to provide one of the following forms of identification as part of their application:

(1) Passport, (2) Birth Certificate, (3) Certificate of Naturalization (USCIS Form N-550 or N-570), or (4) Permanent Resident Card (USCIS Form I-551.

As a Chemical Operator you will be a crucial part of our operations, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them. Your work will directly affect people’s lives!

Primary Responsibilities

• Functions include setting up, filling, mixing and/or delivering production chemicals used in a manufacturing or process area where accuracy of chemical composition is important (e.g., wafer, ink toner, media) in process operation.
• Reads and comprehends from written and verbal instructions on work orders (after trained).
• Removes and disposes of waste chemicals, solvents and acids per the understanding of Haz Com training .
• Performs basic maintenance (TPM) of production equipment, cleans pots and tanks for production.
• May be required to assist in chemical spills.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the day.
• Must be able to be certified/pass medical test to wear a respirator.
• Must be able to pass basic math test.
• Must be able to be certified as a forklift driver.
• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is preferred.

About us:

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways thandoes any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG onX.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, movefastanddon’tstop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellentoperators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, weidentifyproblems, takeownershipand always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support ourfrontline,the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace newtechnologiesand leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act withintegrityand value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPGprovidesequal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genderidentityor expression.

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [e-mail].

PPGpay ranges and benefits can vary bylocationwhich allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurancecoveragesand benefits will bein accordance withthe terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process,so that we can do better today than yesterday.