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Milling Operator, 1st Shift

Behr Paint Company
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/21/2026 CLOSED ON 8/12/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Milling Operator, 1st Shift position at Behr Paint Company?

To thrive in this role, you must have hands-on experience in milling pump systems and mixing raw materials. If you’ve ever baked a cake from scratch, you know it’s not just about tossing ingredients into a bowl; it’s about timing and technique. That’s exactly what this role is all about!


As our Batch Making Operator, you will be the baker for our coatings operation. Instead of flour and sugar, you’ll be blending chemicals and pigments with precision, following detailed “recipes” (formula tickets) to produce high-quality industrial coatings. Every batch you create needs to be consistent, safe, and ready to perform, just like a perfect cake that rises to the occasion.


Every day you will handle crucial production tasks like operating pumps, valves, and a compactor with precision. You’ll keep things moving safely and efficiently, perform quality checks, and uphold a clean, organized workspace. Inventory tracking and documenting formula updates is a daily routine, along with working automated systems for raw materials and milling.


Here is what we are looking for
:

  • A completed High school education is required.

  • You’re confident navigating basic computer systems, and if you have worked with SAP before, that’s a definite plus.

  • A dedication to safety. We are very proud of our safety record and want you to partake in that.

  • Responsibilities involve lifting individual paint cans or, at times, full cases containing four cans, which can weigh up to 75 lbs, several times throughout the day with or without reasonable accommodation.


Here is
what we offer you:

  • Batch Making Operator starts at $23.50/hr. Team members will receive a $0.50/hr increase at 6 months of employment and another $0.50/hr increase at one year of employment.

  • Any shift that starts from 12 PM or later (off-shifts) also receives a $3/hr shift differential.

  • Quarterly and holiday bonuses are available.

  • Accrue 15 paid days of vacation time off the first year plus 5 days of sick time off.

  • 401(k) retirement plan with 4% match. Annual retirement profit-sharing payments

  • Competitive health plans for individuals and families

  • Check out behr.com/careers to view a comprehensive list of our benefits and perks.


Founded in 1947, Behr Paint Company is one of the largest manufacturers of paints, primers, decorative finishes, stains, surface preparation, and application products for do-it-yourselfers and professionals in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Chile. The Santa Ana, Calif.-based company and maker of the BEHR®, KILZ®, WHIZZ®, and E&J® brands is dedicated to meeting the project needs of DIYers, professionals, architects, and designers with an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and value. At Behr Paint, we strive to have all team members bring their best selves and their unique perspectives every day.

Company: Behr Paint Company

Shift 1 (United States of America) Full time

Hiring Range: $23.50

Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience, education, geographic location, and/or skills.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion and Belonging

We believe a workplace that encourages and values different voices, perspectives, and backgrounds builds better teams, better solutions, and more innovation. The goal is for every single team member to have a voice and experience a sense of belonging here, regardless of where they sit in the organization and what their background is. We look forward to your sharing your outstanding and unique talents and perspectives with us!

BEHR (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

BEHR is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.

E-Verify Participation Poster: English & Spanish
E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English & Spanish

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $3 - $24

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