Paint Mix Operator

Axalta Coating Systems Ltd.; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. in Madison, AL is seeking a Paint Mix Operator for the 3rd shift. You will operate production equipment, mix batches according to formulas, and ensure quality and safety across processes from pre-mixing to filling and labeling.

The role requires forklift operation, a High School Diploma or GED, and the ability to pass background and drug screening. Training will start on 1st shift and may move to 2nd/3rd shift as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Math, problem-solving and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and follow weight fractions and measure liquids accurately.
• Experience in chemical plant/paint making is preferred.
• Experience operating fork trucks and passing background/drug tests.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and according to SOPs and supervisor instructions.
• Train on 1st shift with potential move to 2nd or 3rd shift as needed.
• Blend, fill, and package batches per formula and batch tickets.
• Set up filtering and filling equipment and monitor labeling requirements.
• Conduct routine quality checks and maintain clean work areas per safety rules.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLC operation

Job description

Job TitlePaint Mix Operator 3rd ShiftLocationMadison, ALPosition DescriptionThe General Operator position at company/organisation in Huntsville, AL, is a full-time role focused on operating production equipment and ensuring the quality of coatings products. The operator will be trained in various production processes, including pre-mixing, material loading, filling, testing, and cleaning. This position requires a commitment to safety and quality, with responsibilities that may change based on business needs.Roles Responsibilities• Candidates will train on 1st shift and after training may be moved to 2nd or 3rd shift depending on client needs.• The successful candidate in an Operator position will be trained in all facets of production (pre-mixing and material loading for batches, filling product into shipping containers, distribution, testing, sampling, and cleaning) to learn these essential duties of the position.• The incumbent must operate production equipment safely to ensure the highest quality and correct quantity in accordance with the production schedule, standard operating procedures, and supervisory instructions.• Position duties and responsibilities can change regularly based on business needs.• Operators will understand the mechanics of how to operate various types of equipment with confidence.• Types of equipment include but are not limited to, labeler, filler machines, air pumps, high-speed dispersers, air mixers, and weight scales within the department.• Solve routine problems associated with job responsibilities.• Ensures the highest product quality possible while adhering to all safety, environmental, and work rules.• Performs all duties in a safe working manner, following all of the Company safety policies and procedures.• Blend batch to designated formula.• Learn how to fill-off batches and fill batches.• Record all adjustments made to batches.• Upon completion of batch make sure work area is cleaned up.• Follow batch fill-out instructions as they relate to filter/straining requirements, container requirements, agitation of material requirements, and labeling requirements.• Select approved batches to be filled by ship date or supervisors' instructions.• Set up filtering equipment per batch ticket instructions and operate filling equipment.• Operate PLC Directly responsible for housekeeping and control of waste generation.• Operation of powered material handling equipment (PMHE) to move, store, load, and unload hazardous finished product(s).• Unloading and loading of bulk.Skills• High School Diploma or GED.• Math and problem-solving skills; mechanical, numerical, and verbal aptitude to learn jobs quickly.• Ability to be licensed to operate fork trucks.• Demonstrated collaboration skills and ability to work within a self-managed team environment.• Ability to read and follow weight fractions of ounces and measure accurately by gallons, pints, and ounces.• Chemical plant/paint making experience.• Experience in training other operation staff.• Basic computer skills.• Prior experience operating fork trucks.• Must be able to pass a Background Check and Drug Test - no exceptions.• Must be willing to be trained to drive Forklift.• Must be dedicated and show up to work on time and ready to work when scheduled.Education• High School Diploma or GED minimum required