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Location: Madison, AL

3rd shift: 11PM - 7:30AM
Training Schedule for 1st 2 weeks: Monday thru Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm
After training, if moved to off shift there will be $1 pay increase.
All Screenings must be cleared prior to start. Standard Package B
Manager will be conducting group site tours for candidates who are interested in the position. Please ensure
Education: High School Diploma or GED minimum required
Background: Must be able to pass a Background Check and Drug Test - no exceptions
Experience: We would like candidates with at least 6 months experience in a Manufacturing environment. Forklift Driving experience is also a plus but not required. Candidates must be willing to be trained to drive Forklift.
Important: We need candidates who are dedicated and will show up to work on time and ready to work when scheduled.
Job Description:
The General Operator position at Axalta Coating Systems in Huntsville, AL, is a full-time role focused on operating production equipment and ensuring the quality of coatings products. The operator will be trained in various production processes, including pre-mixing, material loading, filling, testing, and cleaning. This position requires a commitment to safety and quality, with responsibilities that may change based on business needs.
Qualifications
High School Diploma Required
Must be able to pass a Background Check & Drug Screen (NO EXCEPTIONS)
Math and problem-solving; mechanical, numerical and verbal aptitude to learn our jobs quickly
Ability to be licensed to operate fork trucks
Demonstrated ability to demonstrate collaboration skills and work within self-managed team environment
Must be able to read and follow, weight fractions of ounces, and measure accurately by gallons, pints and ounces (good math skills)
Chemical plant/paint making experience
Able to demonstrate basic computer skills,
Prior experience operating fork trucks

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities
Candidates will train on 1'st shift and after training may be moved to 2nd or 3rd shift depending on client needs.
The successful candidate in an Operator position will be trained in all facets of production (pre-mixing and material loading for batches, filling product into shipping containers, distribution, testing, sampling, and cleaning) to learn these essential duties of the position
The incumbent must operate production equipment safely to ensure the highest quality and correct quantity in accordance with the production schedule, standard operating procedures and supervisory instructions
Position duties and responsibilities can change regularly based on business needs
Operators will understand the mechanics of how to operate various types of equipment with confidence
Types of equipment include but are not limited to, labeler, filler machines, air pumps, high speed dispersers, air mixers, and weight scales within the department
Solve routine problems associated with job responsibilities
Ensures the highest product quality possible while adhering to all safety, environmental and work rules
Performs all duties in a safe working manner, following all of the Company safety policies and procedures
Blend batch to designated formula
Learn how to fill-off batches and fill batches
Record all adjustments made to batches
Upon completion of batch make sure work area is cleaned up
Follow batch fill-out instructions as they relate to filter/straining requirements, container requirements, agitation of material requirements and labeling requirements
Select approved batches to be filled by ship date or supervisors' instructions
Set up filtering equipment per batch ticket instructions and operate filling equipment
Operate PLC Directly responsible for housekeeping and control of waste generation
Operation of powered material handling equipment (PMHE) to move, store, load, and unload hazardous finished product(s) Unloading and loading of bulk
Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Math and problem-solving skills; mechanical, numerical, and verbal aptitude to learn jobs quickly.
• Ability to be licensed to operate fork trucks.
• Demonstrated collaboration skills and ability to work within a self-managed team environment.
• Ability to read and follow weight fractions of ounces and measure accurately by gallons, pints, and ounces.
Nice to have:
• Chemical plant/paint making experience.
• Experience in training other operation staff.
• Basic computer skills.
• Prior experience operating fork trucks.

Axalta is a global leader in the coatings industry, delivering innovative, high-performance solutions that protect and beautify a wide range of products. We are committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement, and we value the dedication and expertise of our employees.