Reactor Operator I

Sherwin-Williams; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams in Los Angeles is seeking a production technician to manufacture batches, operate forklift equipment, monitor batch quality, and follow all plant procedures and safety rules.

The role includes a bonus plan, comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision), FSAs, retirement options, and generous time off. Schedule: Shift 2, Mon-Fri 3:00pm–11:30pm, with opportunities to participate in safety and quality programs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to troubleshoot simple equipment problems and read/write work instructions.
• Experience with prestage raw materials and batch tracking functions.
• Able to operate a forklift and comply with safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Chemical batch processing: charge batches, monitor processing, document progress, perform in-process and final QC testing, and transfer batches.
• Operate material handling equipment including forklifts.
• Read, understand, and execute work instructions and written procedures.
• Complete takt time documentation and enter downtime reason codes in the control system.
• Follow EHS regulations and SMART and other safety programs.
• Program label and ink jet printers; perform housekeeping and other tasks as directed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Troubleshooting

Reading work instructions

Batch tracking

Education

Associates degree in chemical operations

Tools

Process Control Computer System

Job description

Job Description

Manufacture batches per instructions. Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts. Monitor batches through visual inspection and react appropriately to that inspection. Manufacture batches using Process Control Computer System. Follow all written plant procedures. Participate in plant safety, waste and quality programs.

Job Description

Manufacture batches per instructions. Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts. Monitor batches through visual inspection and react appropriately to that inspection. Manufacture batches using Process Control Computer System. Follow all written plant procedures. Participate in plant safety, waste and quality programs.

Additional Information:

Schedule: Shift 2 Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 11:30pm

This position is also eligible for a bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company’s applicable plans.

This position is eligible for health benefits, such as medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), disability coverage, security, retirement and saving benefits. Additional benefits include a generous time away from work package, including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, and holidays.

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

• Chemical batch processing. Charge batches, monitor processing, document progress on cooklogs and other forms, perform in-process and final QC testing, filter and transfer batches to storage or drumming/totting operations
• Operate material handling equipment including fork trucks
• Ability to read, understand, and execute work instructions and written procedures
• Complete takt time documentation and enter reason codes for downtime in process control system
• Follow all E,H&S regulations and guidelines
• Actively participate in SMART and other safety programs
• Program label and ink jet printers
• Perform and participate in general housekeeping activities
• Participation towards completion of other related tasks and duties as directed or needed

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 have the ability to troubleshoot simple equipment problems
• Must have experience with prestage raw materials and verify raw material codes before use
• Must have experience with Batch Tracking functions
• Must be able to operate a forklift

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have a Associates degree or two (2) year technical degree in chemical operations

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 At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on Candidates to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

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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Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.