Operator 1 (Open House Hiring Event)

AkzoNobel; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progression pay plans

Medical insurance with HSA

Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits

Annual bonus

401K with 6% company match

Generous vacation and holidays

Paid parental leave

Career growth opportunities

Employee referral bonus

Short & Long Term Disability

Job summary

AkzoNobel in Warsaw, Indiana invites you to an Open House Hiring Event to explore exciting manufacturing opportunities. Meet the team, tour the facility, and learn about career paths in a global paints and coatings leader.

Positions include 2nd and 3rd shifts with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a top-tier organization. Walk-ins are welcome for on-site interviews and immediate consideration.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic math skills required.
• Tow motor driving experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Some SAP experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Package and palletize finished products from 15 lb to 2000 lbs into boxes, drums, gaylords, and supersacks.
• Clean grinders, extruders, testing equipment and charging equipment.
• Sample raw materials and finished goods.
• Record batch variables and log data.
• Perform work safely and participate in safety improvements.
• Follow ISO 14001 environmental procedures and participate in related programs.
• Attend Warsaw Plant Programs/Training as required.
• Intervene to stop unsafe conditions as part of the safety program.

Skills

Basic math

Interpersonal communication

Tow motor driving

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Operator 1 (Open House Hiring Event)

Date: Sep 4, 2026

Location: Warsaw, IN, US, 46581

Join us for our Open House Hiring Event and learn more about the exciting opportunities available at our facility. Meet with our team, explore career paths, and discover the benefits of working for a global leader in paints and coatings.

Open House Details/Walk-ins are welcome!

Saturday, September 19, 2026
8:30 AM – 11:00 AM

AkzoNobel

Warsaw, IN 46581

Why Join AkzoNobel?

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Safe and inclusive work environment
• Opportunity to work for a leading global company

Take the next step in your career and become part of the AkzoNobel team!

We look forward to meeting you at our Open House Hiring Event!

Key Accountabilities

• Packaging and palletizing of finished product into boxes, drums, gaylords, andsupersacks from 15 lb to 2000 lbs.
• Cleaning grinders, extruders, testing equipment and charging equipment.
• Sampling of raw materials and/or finished good.
• Recording of batch variables and logging data.
• Perform all work safely and injury-free. Must actively participate in improving department and plant safety performance.
• Perform duties according to ISO 14001 procedures and environment.
• Attend and participate in Warsaw Plant Programs/Committees/Training as required, such as Department Safety, Plant Safety, Behavioral Safety, Housekeeping Audit Teams, ISO, Life Saving Rules or any other safety programs.
• Participate in the Warsaw Safety Journey. Adhere to the Golden Principle which is simply to intervene to stop work if conditions or behavior are unsafe.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills
• Strong tow motor driving skills
• Good computer skills with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Some experience with SAP preferred
• Job requires good interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to interface with Akzo Nobel personnel in a confidential manner.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs. several times/daily

Work Schedule:
We have positions available on 2nd and 3rd shifts

2nd shift: 2:30p.m. to 11:00p.m.

3rd shift: 10:30p.m. to 7:00a.m.

Compensation Data

Perks for Joining AkzoNobel!

• 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
• Paid Parental leave
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee referral bonus
• Short & Long Term Disability