Operator 2 - 3rd Shift

AkzoNobel•Pontiac, MI

About The Position

AkzoNobel is hiring an Operator 2 to perform production tasks in accordance with established procedures and ensure appropriate health, safety, environmental, quality, service, and cost standards. The role operates sophisticated equipment under general supervision and supports production, preventative maintenance, process data collection, and related administrative tasks. The operator helps meet production targets, maintains quality standards, reports issues, contributes to investigations and continuous improvement, and follows applicable site, corporate, product safety, regulatory, and process safety requirements. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, with overtime as needed. The hourly pay is $22.00, plus a $1.15 shift differential. The position is eligible for an annual bonus target of 3%, based on individual and company performance.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent; must be at least 18 years old.
Previous experience in a paint manufacturing facility.
Basic knowledge of chemistry and chemical processes.
Ability to read, interpret, and make decisions based on trends, graphs, and charts.
Ability to perform basic functions using laboratory equipment.
Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with general mechanic’s tools.
Basic Microsoft Office skills and ability to collect and record data.
Proficient arithmetic skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages; ability to measure weights and volumes in standard and metric units.
Ability to frequently and repetitively lift materials weighing up to 55 pounds.
Ability to bend, reach, lift hoses, manipulate valves, operate and adjust equipment, stack pallets, climb ladders and stairs, and perform related tasks.
Ability to work at heights of 20 to 50 feet.
Ability to use and function while wearing PPE, including respirators, safety glasses, face shields, dust masks, and other required PPE.
Ability to operate material-handling equipment, including forklifts, forklift attachments, hoists, and pumps.
Ability to perform multiple duties, prioritize complex tasks, manage time effectively, and work safely.
Strong communication skills for providing process updates, receiving and giving direction, and conducting thorough shift-turnover meetings.
Ability to work in a team environment and take ownership of an area with limited direction, using informed judgment.

Responsibilities

Participate in safety programs, complete daily checklists, and take part in 5S activities.
Perform routine, non-routine, and complex assignments, operating sophisticated equipment under general supervision.
Take ownership of production assets and operate them safely according to procedures, guidelines, and industry best practices.
Perform daily production, preventative maintenance, process data collection, and administrative tasks according to procedures and control systems.
Report safety, quality, and other product or production-process issues to the Team Leader or Shift Supervisor.
Help meet shift production targets while maintaining required quality standards.
Issue corrective action requests (CARs) or hazard reports when issues are noticed, regardless of location or responsible department.
Provide progress updates to the Team Leader or Shift Supervisor and attend and contribute to meetings.
Contribute to investigations of HSE or quality issues, including customer complaints, rejected batches, and other quality-related issues.
Participate in continuous improvement activities and programs for HSE, Quality, ALPS, or other assigned areas; contribute to color adjustments where applicable and according to procedures.
Comply with applicable corporate, site, and laboratory policies and procedures concerning personal conduct, HSE, product safety, and Product Safety and Regulatory Affairs (PRSA) standards.
Ensure hazardous waste containers are properly collected, marked, labelled, and closed.
Immediately contact the Emergency Coordinator upon discovering or causing a leak or spill.
Fill, close, mark, and label bulk and non-bulk containers according to applicable DOT requirements.
Properly load and unload bulk containers, including tank trucks and railcars, in accordance with applicable DOT requirements.
Properly close, mark, and label tank trucks and railcars according to applicable DOT requirements.
Follow Process Safety Management (PSM) policies, procedures, work instructions, and Emergency Action Plans.
Apply a basic understanding of RCRA laws concerning hazardous waste generation, storage, transportation, and disposal.
Participate in process and batch improvement activities.
Participate in Management of Change (MOC), Incident Investigation, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Pre-Start-up Safety Review (PSSR), Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) determination, and other safety-related committees and teams.