Production Operator- Small Paint Plant (SPP)-1st Shift

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Bonus Structure

11 paid holidays

Health & Retirement

Career Growth & Recognition

Culture & Community

Job summary

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas invites applications for a Production Operator in the Small Paint Plant in Illinois. The role involves filling batches with the Automated Pail Filling Room, scales, and mixers, and supporting other operations as needed.

Responsibilities include following SOPs, labeling containers, operating forklifts, and contributing ideas in improvement teams. SAP and MS Office are used to process orders, with a focus on safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Follow and adhere to SOPs, batch tickets, process sheets, and safety policies.
• Operate equipment used to fill batches, including automated pail filling systems, scales/load cells, mixers, filling pumps, and filling machines.
• Fill finished goods into proper containers according to customer-specific IDs and prepare accurate container labels.
• Safely operate a forklift to move materials.
• Participate in improvement teams and actively contribute ideas.
• Identify potential off-quality products during processing and initiate corrective actions per procedures.
• Utilize SAP, MS Access Database, and MS Office to complete orders within the LPP process.
• Maintain housekeeping standards within production areas.
• Maintain all assigned equipment to ensure proper operation.

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Access Database

Microsoft Office

Job description

At NPAA, we believe our employees are our greatest strength. We are proud to offer a generous and competitive rewards package, including:

• Earned Bonus Structure – attendance bonuses, annual merit increases, and an annual incentive bonus plan.
• Time Off & Holidays – 11 paid holidays each year, plus paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Health & Retirement – comprehensive health and welfare plans, along with a 401(k)program featuring an exceptional company match.
• Career Growth & Recognition – tuition reimbursement, employee recognition programs, and opportunities to grow within the organization.
• Culture & Community – as part of the NPAA family, youll enjoy company events throughout the year celebrating and appreciating our employees hard work and dedication.

POSITION SUMMARY

A Production Operator in Small Paint Plant (SPP) is responsible for filling batches in the SPP. This includes the use of the Automated Pail Filling Room, scales/load cells, mixers, and any other equipment required to complete daily tasks. Position will also support job activities in other Operations areas.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow and adhere to Company Standard Operating Procedures, batch tickets, process sheets, and safety policies.
• Operate equipment used to fill batches, including automated pail filling systems, scales/load cells, mixers, filling pumps, and filling machines.
• Fill finished goods into proper containers according to customer-specific IDIOS and prepare accurate container labels.
• Safely operate a forklift to move materials.
• Participate in improvement teams and actively contribute ideas.
• Identify potential off-quality products during processing and initiate appropriate corrective actions in accordance with established company abnormal process procedures.
• Utilize company IT systems (SAP, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Office) to complete orders within the LPP process.
• Maintain housekeeping standards within production areas.
• Maintain all assigned equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Perform job activities in other Operations areas outside of LPP as required.
• Transport waste from the generation point to the 90-day Storage Area.
• Properly close and label waste containers in compliance with NPAA procedures.

SALARY RANGE

$17.39 to $25.75 . Compensation for this role is negotiable based on experience and skill set.

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.