Production Operator

PPG•Bryant, AR

11d

About The Position

The Production Operator at PPG’s Little Rock Plant in Alexander, Arkansas, prepares and mixes paint formulations according to specified recipes and quality standards. The role operates mixing equipment, ensures accurate measurements, and maintains a clean and safe work environment. The operator helps ensure that each batch meets required specifications for color, viscosity, and performance. This position is listed for the first shift, from 4:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with pay of $22.69. PPG describes its employee benefits as supporting employee health and well-being; specific benefits vary by location and are discussed during the hiring process.

Requirements

Ability to stand for long periods and navigate stairs, bend, and reach.
Ability to lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks and maintain physical endurance.
Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to use hand tools and machinery and manipulate small parts accurately.
Visual acuity to read measurements, labels, and instructions and inspect products; depth perception may be needed for operating machinery and handling materials.
Ability to move safely around production equipment and workspaces, including bending, stooping, and reaching.
Coordination to operate machinery and perform tasks using hands and feet.
Ability to work in environmental conditions such as heat, cold, or humidity, depending on the manufacturing setting.
Understanding of safety protocols and ability to respond to emergencies.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret paint formulation specifications and production orders.
Measure and weigh raw materials accurately according to established recipes.
Operate mixing equipment, including mixers, mills, and pumps, to produce paint batches.
Accurately document batch production processes and quality control results.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.