Production Operator 1

Akzonobel; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Health insurance with HSA

Dental & Vision

Parental leave

Job summary

AkzoNobel in Clearwater, FL is seeking a Production Operator to perform daily production and warehouse tasks, manage inventory in SAP, and ensure safety and quality targets are met. The role requires forklift operation and the ability to lift heavy materials, with training and ongoing coaching provided.

Responsibilities include data collection, process updates, and coordination of daily priorities, while adhering to HSE standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow safety instructions and guidelines; ability to pass forklift test and operate forklift safely and effectively.
• Ability to read labels and perform accurate measurement and weighing.
• Ability to lift and handle heavy materials (e.g., up to 75 lbs, 60 lb bags, and drums up to 600 lbs).
• Strong interpersonal skills with English proficiency and basic Microsoft Office knowledge preferred.
• High school diploma with prior manufacturing experience (paint manufacturing preferred).

Responsibilities

• Performs daily production and warehouse tasks, including process data collection, administration, and system updates in accordance with established procedures.
• Uses SAP to accurately manage inventory, including shipping, receiving, tracking, and reporting warehouse transactions.
• Ensures all warehouse and production targets are met while maintaining required quality, safety, and efficiency standards.Reports safety, quality, equipment, or process issues promptly to the Team Leader, Supervisor, or Manager.
• Operates forklifts safely and efficiently in accordance with certification requirements and operating procedures.
• Ensures accurate picking, checking, packing, labeling, and handling of materials and finished goods.
• Performs inventory counts, adjustments (when authorized), and supports continuous inventory accuracy.
• Maintains compliance with HSE, safety, security, and all applicable federal and state regulatory requirements.
• Supports workforce coordination by assigning tasks, ensuring break/lunch compliance, and assisting with daily operational priorities.
• Trains, coaches, and supports team members on proper handling, storage, housekeeping, and operational discipline while actively participating in HSE and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading safety instructions

English proficiency

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma, manufacturing experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

The Production Operator executes assigned production and warehouse tasks in accordance with established procedures to ensure safe operations, consistent product quality, reliable service levels, and cost efficiency while maintaining compliance with HSE standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs daily production and warehouse tasks, including process data collection, administration, and system updates in accordance with established procedures.
• Uses SAP to accurately manage inventory, including shipping, receiving, tracking, and reporting warehouse transactions.
• Ensures all warehouse and production targets are met while maintaining required quality, safety, and efficiency standards.Reports safety, quality, equipment, or process issues promptly to the Team Leader, Supervisor, or Manager.
• Operates forklifts safely and efficiently in accordance with certification requirements and operating procedures.
• Ensures accurate picking, checking, packing, labeling, and handling of materials and finished goods.
• Performs inventory counts, adjustments (when authorized), and supports continuous inventory accuracy.
• Maintains compliance with HSE, safety, security, and all applicable federal and state regulatory requirements.
• Supports workforce coordination by assigning tasks, ensuring break/lunch compliance, and assisting with daily operational priorities.
• Trains, coaches, and supports team members on proper handling, storage, housekeeping, and operational discipline while actively participating in HSE and continuous improvement initiatives.

Experience

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow safety instructions and guidelines; ability to pass forklift test and operate forklift safely and effectively
• Ability to read labels and perform accurate measurement and weighing
• Ability to lift and handle heavy materials (e.g., up to 75 lbs, 60 lb bags, and drums up to 600 lbs)
• Strong interpersonal skills with English proficiency and basic Microsoft Office knowledge preferred
• High school diploma with prior manufacturing experience (paint manufacturing preferred)

Total Compensation

• The hourly range for these skills is: $18.50/hr. + 3% Annual Bonus
• 401K retirement savings with 6% company match
• Medical insurance with HSA
• Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D benefits
• Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
• Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans.
• Short- & Long-term disability
• Paid Parental leave.
• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
• Employee referral plan
• Employee appreciation days

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.