Resin Operator: Batch Process & Quality Technician

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas, Inc.; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

Paid holidays

Health & 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee recognition

Company events

Job summary

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas, Inc. is seeking a Resin Operator in Lansing, IL to convert raw materials into finished polymers using industrial equipment. The role includes in-process and finished product testing, with overtime and weekend hours as needed.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, Fork Truck Certification, and 3+ years in chemical manufacturing. Polymer chemistry experience and HAZMAT training are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Technician certification (or equivalent) preferred.
• Fork Truck Certification required.
• Minimum of 3 years of chemical manufacturing experience.
• Experience with polymer or reaction chemistry preferred.
• HAZMAT training (HAZWOPER, etc.) or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs production functions in accordance with NPAA standards, procedures, and specifications.
• Loads raw materials and operates batch processes using control systems (flow, pressure, temperature), making adjustments as needed.
• Follows all quality and safety standards, including required PPE and lab testing to ensure product compliance.
• Meets production schedules and notifies supervisors of issues or deviations.
• Completes production documentation, inventory transactions (SAP), and related reports accurately.
• Maintains clean, organized work areas and properly handles, labels, and stores waste per NPAA procedures.
• Communicates effectively in a team-based environment and supports additional duties, special projects, and safety team participation as assigned.

Skills

HAZMAT training

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Technician certification (or equivalent)

Job description

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas, Inc. is seeking a Resin Operator in Lansing, IL to convert raw materials into finished polymers using industrial equipment. The role includes in-process and finished product testing, with overtime and weekend hours as needed.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, Fork Truck Certification, and 3+ years in chemical manufacturing. Polymer chemistry experience and HAZMAT training are preferred.