What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shading Operator position at AkzoNobel?
About AkzoNobel
Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.
For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com
© 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.
Job Purpose
This position is responsible for making color adjustments to shaded liquid paints. The operation will include using a scale to measure the raw material components accurately then and add the materials to the batch in process under a mixer. The Shader will work with Senior Shaders and Color Specialists to learn the fundamentals of the shading process. The Shader will also learn to perform QC testing such as grind, weight per gallon, NVM, viscosity, etc. The Shader is required to use designated equipment in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures to achieve the highest level of quality, safety, efficiency and productivity.
1st shift position (hours: 06:00 am to 02:30 pm)
Key Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Making adjustments to shaded batches by mixing and measuring each raw material accurately. Mix and spray products onto substrates. All tasks are to be performed in accordance with standard operating instructions using safe work practices.
Maintain accurate and sufficient inventory levels in PR03 to ensure uninterrupted operation of making adjustment(s). Maintain accurate records of materials, quantities, and lot numbers used while making adjustment(s) to the product(s)
Performs product testing to internal and/or external specifications and other tests as required on batch QAT.
Job Requirements
Compensation for this role $28.00/hour
401K retirement savings with 6% company match
Medical insurance with HSA
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans
Short & Long term disability
Paid Parental leave after 1 year
Career growth opportunities
Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
Employee referral bonus
Employee appreciation days
Competencies
Accepting Direction
Accepting Responsibility
Acquiring Information
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.
Requisition ID: 52290
Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.
For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com
© 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.
Job Purpose
This position is responsible for making color adjustments to shaded liquid paints. The operation will include using a scale to measure the raw material components accurately then and add the materials to the batch in process under a mixer. The Shader will work with Senior Shaders and Color Specialists to learn the fundamentals of the shading process. The Shader will also learn to perform QC testing such as grind, weight per gallon, NVM, viscosity, etc. The Shader is required to use designated equipment in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures to achieve the highest level of quality, safety, efficiency and productivity.
1st shift position (hours: 06:00 am to 02:30 pm)
Key Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Making adjustments to shaded batches by mixing and measuring each raw material accurately. Mix and spray products onto substrates. All tasks are to be performed in accordance with standard operating instructions using safe work practices.
Maintain accurate and sufficient inventory levels in PR03 to ensure uninterrupted operation of making adjustment(s). Maintain accurate records of materials, quantities, and lot numbers used while making adjustment(s) to the product(s)
Performs product testing to internal and/or external specifications and other tests as required on batch QAT.
Job Requirements
- High school graduate and 1 – 2 years college or equivalent is preferred
- 1 year experience in a plant manufacturing chemical/coatings environment.
- Good math skills is a critical requirement
- Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word type programs is preferred.
- Ability to wear breathing apparatus (respirator) and pass fit test.
- Visual color perception and ability to pass color test.
- Ability to operate PC with windows based operating system.
- Must have the aptitude to operate various pieces of manufacturing equipment and testing instrumentation required to perform job functions.
- Job involves walking or standing for eight-hour shift.
- Ability to lift 55 lbs; ability to push/pull 55-gallon drums weighing up to 500 lbs; lifting on a repetitive basis.
Compensation for this role $28.00/hour
401K retirement savings with 6% company match
Medical insurance with HSA
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans
Short & Long term disability
Paid Parental leave after 1 year
Career growth opportunities
Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
Employee referral bonus
Employee appreciation days
Competencies
Accepting Direction
Accepting Responsibility
Acquiring Information
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.
Requisition ID: 52290
Salary : $28