Manufacturing Technician

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician

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Location: Front Royal VA

Industry: Manufacturing (Chemicals)

Schedule: 12 Hour Rotating Shift (Training is 60-90 days on Day Shift)

Salary: $26.10 ($0.79 Shift Differential)

Education: High School Diploma or GED required

Background: Candidates MUST be able to pass a Background Check & Drug Test (No Exceptions)

Experience: We are seeking candidates with at least 2 years Manufacturing experience. Experience with Hazardous Materials or Chemicals is highly preferred.

Axalta Coating Systems (Company Website Link)

Job Description:

In this role you will support the manufacturing process by operating production equipment handling raw materials and following detailed work instructions to produce quality products safely and efficiently. The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for adhering to plant safety standards managing hazardous materials and waste performing basic troubleshooting activities and working collaboratively to meet production demands.

This position requires the ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain bulk paint loading and manufacturing equipment.
• Follow batch cards written instructions and standard operating procedures to accurately manufacture products.
• Measure weigh and handle raw materials used in the production process.
• Follow all plant safety standards policies procedures and environmental requirements.
• Safely handle hazardous materials and manage hazardous waste according to site policies and training.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance activities on production equipment; advanced maintenance tasks as qualified.
• Use computer systems and production equipment software to support manufacturing operations.
• Maintain production quality standards and documentation requirements.
• Work collaboratively within a self-managed team environment.
• Adapt to changing production priorities and business needs.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Knowledge of function-specific information systems.
• Knowledge of the physical requirements for the area.
• Skills to safely operate various pieces of mechanical equipment within site guidelines.
• Skills to perform basic math calculations.
• Skills to operate powered material handling equipment (PMHE) and obtain required licensing.
• Ability to work in a self-managing team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and carry for short distances.
• Ability to work in different temperature climates.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts.
• Ability to adapt to changing production demands.

This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.

We consider an individuals qualifications skillset and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The expected compensation for this position is $26.21USD Hourly. The actual offer will be at the companys sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations including the final candidates qualifications years of experience skillset and geographic location.