Product Filling Technician

Axalta•Front Royal, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Axalta is seeking a Product Filling Technician at its facility in Front Royal, Virginia. This hands-on manufacturing role supports the safe filling, packaging, testing, and movement of finished paint products to meet customer demand. The position involves working with specialized production equipment, laboratory testing instruments, and hazardous materials in a fast-paced environment, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence. The technician operates and monitors filling equipment, prepares finished products to customer specifications, performs basic maintenance and troubleshooting, verifies product quality using laboratory instruments, and records production and inventory transactions in plant computer systems. The role requires compliance with site safety and environmental requirements, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and applicable regulations. It also involves physical work, required PPE and possible respiratory protection, and exposure to typical manufacturing conditions. The expected compensation range is $26–$35 per hour. The role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The opening is active and the company is recruiting to fill it immediately.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to routinely lift and move up to 75 pounds.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Experience operating mechanical equipment in a manufacturing or production environment.
Ability to adapt to changing production demands and priorities.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, stoop, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
Medical clearance to wear a respirator.
Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment and in varying temperatures, humidity, and manufacturing conditions.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection when necessary.
Successful completion of pre-employment screening, drug testing, and background checks.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience in chemical, paint, coatings, manufacturing, or industrial production environments.
Knowledge of production information systems and manufacturing processes.
Forklift and/or Powered Material Handling Equipment (PMHE) experience.
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting and equipment maintenance abilities.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control.
Experience working with hazardous materials and regulated processes.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and maintain filling equipment and associated production systems.
Fill, package, and prepare finished paint products according to customer specifications.
Follow plant safety procedures, policies, and environmental standards.
Safely handle hazardous materials and manage hazardous waste in accordance with site requirements.
Perform basic equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs.
Use laboratory instruments to test and verify product quality.
Complete production and inventory transactions using plant computer systems.
Maintain 5S standards and promote an organized, efficient work environment.
Support production goals through continued training and cross-functional collaboration.
Comply with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and applicable federal, state, local, and corporate regulations.