Manufacturing Technician

Axalta; Front Royal (VA); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Axalta Coating Systems in Front Royal, VA is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to support the production line. You will operate bulk paint loading and manufacturing equipment, follow batch cards, measure and weigh raw materials, and adhere to safety and environmental standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least 2 years of manufacturing experience, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, and willingness to work a 12-hour rotating shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling is advantageous.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain bulk paint loading and manufacturing equipment.
• Follow batch cards, written instructions, and SOPs to produce quality products.
• Measure, weigh, and handle raw materials used in production.
• Follow plant safety standards, policies, and environmental requirements.
• Safely handle hazardous materials and manage hazardous waste per site policies.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance on production equipment; escalate as needed.
• Use computer systems and production equipment software to support operations.
• Maintain production quality and documentation; adapt to changing priorities.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Hazardous materials

Safety procedures

Math calculations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Manufacturing TechnicianApply: Front Royal: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-19612Job Title: **Manufacturing Technician**Job #: **2026-19612**Location: **Front Royal, VA**Industry: **Manufacturing (Chemicals)**Schedule: **12 Hour Rotating Shift (Training is 60-90 days on Day Shift)**Salary: **$26.21 ($0.79 Shift Differential)**Education: **High School Diploma or GED required**Background: **Candidates MUST be able to pass a Background Check & Drug Test (No Exceptions)**Experience: **We are seeking candidates with at least 2 years’ Manufacturing** experience. Experience with **Hazardous Materials** or **Chemicals** is highly preferred.**Axalta Coating Systems** **(****Company Website Link****)****Job Description:**In this role, you will support the manufacturing process by operating production equipment, handling raw materials, and following detailed work instructions to produce quality products safely and efficiently. The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for adhering to plant safety standards, managing hazardous materials and waste, performing basic troubleshooting activities, and working collaboratively to meet production demands.**This position requires the ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.****Responsibilities:*** Operate and maintain bulk paint loading and manufacturing equipment.* Follow batch cards, written instructions, and standard operating procedures to accurately manufacture products.* Measure, weigh, and handle raw materials used in the production process.* Follow all plant safety standards, policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.* Safely handle hazardous materials and manage hazardous waste according to site policies and training.* Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance activities on production equipment; advanced maintenance tasks as qualified.* Use computer systems and production equipment software to support manufacturing operations.* Maintain production quality standards and documentation requirements.* Work collaboratively within a self-managed team environment.* Adapt to changing production priorities and business needs. **Requirements:*** High School Diploma or GED required* Knowledge of function-specific information systems.* Knowledge of the physical requirements for the area.* Skills to safely operate various pieces of mechanical equipment within site guidelines.* Skills to perform basic math calculations.* Skills to operate powered material handling equipment (PMHE) and obtain required licensing.* Ability to work in a self-managing team environment.* Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and carry for short distances.* Ability to work in different temperature climates.* Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.* Ability to adapt to changing production demands. **This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.**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 $26.21 USD Hourly. 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.