Production Operator - Batcher (Part-Time)

Sherwin-Williams; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams in Brooklyn Park, MN is seeking a Production Operator - Blender for a part-time role. You will support pre-batch blending, staging of products, and assist Blenders with spray-outs, drawdowns, and filling customer orders.

Location: 10695 Winnetka Ave, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445. Schedule is 4 days weekly, 10:00am–4:30pm. Compensation ranges from $18.00 to $23.10 hourly, with safety and quality standards guiding daily operations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future.
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English.
• Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 100 lbs. on occasion.
• Prefer at least 1 year of experience mixing or blending raw materials in an industrial batch process.
• Prefer at least 1 year of experience using material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, etc.).
• Prefer at least 1 year of experience monitoring gauges, dials, or machinery indicators.
• Prefer at least 1 year of experience monitoring quality of raw materials and/or finished goods.
• Prefer at least 1 year of experience operating machinery in a manufacturing/distribution environment.
• Prefer at least 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing/distribution facility.
• Prefer prior experience operating tinting or color matching equipment.

Responsibilities

• Gather and prepare necessary materials and tools for blending.
• Blend custom paint orders and make blends of paint as directed.
• Match colors within facility color guidelines.
• Operate tinting, mixing, and industrial material handling equipment in an efficient and safe manner.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work environment clean and organized daily.
• Communicate and cooperate with supervisors and coworkers.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures including safety, loss prevention, and security.
• Follow quality service standards and comply with procedures, rules and regulations.

Skills

English proficiency

Lifting ability

Reading & writing

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Description

The Production Operator - Blender is responsible for the pre-batch of paint blends and the staging of products for blended orders. This role will support the facility Blenders in spray-outs, drawdowns, and filling customer orders.

• Location: 10695 Winnetka Avenue, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
• Schedule: Part-time, 4 days weekly, 10:00am - 4:30pm (seasonal not available)
• Compensation: $18.00 - $23.10 hourly

Job duties include contact with other employees, operating heavy machinery, and access to proprietary information, raw materials, finished merchandise, and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company's staff, employees, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Gather and prepare necessary materials and tools for blending
• Blend custom paint orders and make blends of paint as directed
• Match colors within facility color guidelines
• Operate tinting, mixing, and industrial material handling equipment in an efficient and safe manner
• Keep tools, equipment, and work environment clean and organized daily
• Communicate and cooperate with supervisors and coworkers
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures including safety, loss prevention, and security
• Follow quality service standards and comply with procedures, rules and regulations

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend and communicate in English
• Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 100 lbs. on occasion

Preferred Qualifications

• Have at least one (1) year of work experience mixing or blending raw materials and making a product in an industrial batch process
• Have at least one (1) year of work experience using material handling equipment (for example: forklifts (stand and sit), pallet jacks, hand trucks, order pickers, vacu-hoists, drum dollies, conveyor belts, etc.)
• Have at least one (1) year of work experience monitoring gauges, dials, or other machinery indicators to ensure proper operation of machinery
• Have at least one (1) year of work experience monitoring the quality of raw materials and/or finished goods
• Have at least one (1) year of work experience operating machinery in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment
• Have at least one (1) year of experience working in a manufacturing and/or distribution facility
• Have prior work experience operating tinting or color matching equipment

About Us

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

• Life ... with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
• Career ... with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
• Connection ... with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities

It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

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