Machine Operator

AkzoNobel; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the coatings industry is seeking a Machine Operator for its Lancaster facility. This role involves ensuring proper raw material handling, operating machinery, and adhering to safety practices in a manufacturing setting. Candidates should have at least 2 years of related experience and be able to effectively communicate within a team. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $21.00 and a range of benefits including medical insurance and paid parental leave.

Benefits

Medical insurance with HSA

401K retirement savings with 6% company match

Annual bonus

Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay

Paid Parental leave

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience operating a forklift preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper handling of raw materials.
• Assist with setting up equipment and machinery.
• Maintain a safe work area by following all safety practices.

Skills

Communication

Operating Forklift

Safety Practices

Job description

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Machine Operator

Date: May 21, 2025

Location: Lancaster, SC, US, 29720

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. 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 use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure proper handling of raw materials.
• Disassemble and clean all support equipment (pumps, hoses, filter housings, etc.).
• Assist with setting up equipment and machinery.
• Maintain storage cabinets on assigned machine, restocking as needed.
• Use enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to record and monitor material inventory.
• Ensure quality metrics are followed.Improve machine efficiencies, reducing waste.
• Maintain a safe work area by following all safety practices and completing safety checklist on a daily basis.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

Job Requirements

• 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating a forklift preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with department and cross-functional team members.
• Perform any other duties that are assigned.

Work Schedule:

This position is for 2nd shift:

Monday - Friday, 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Total Compensation

The hourly rate for these skills is $21.00 per hour. This position is bonus eligible. This is the rate that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans • Medical insurance with HSA • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits • Annual bonus • 401K retirement savings with 6% company match • Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay • Employee appreciation days • Paid Parental leave • Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks • Career growth opportunities • Employee referral bonus

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At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.