Production Operator- Small Paint Plant (SPP)- 1st Shift

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas, Inc. • Lansing, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A Production Operator in Small Paint Plant (SPP) is responsible for filling batches in the SPP. This includes the use of the Automated Pail Filling Room, scales/load cells, mixers, and any other equipment required to complete daily tasks. The position will also support job activities in other Operations areas. The position is scheduled for 1st shift, with potential flexibility needed for off-shift training.

Requirements

• Use of the Automated Pail Filling Room, scales/load cells, mixers, and any other equipment required to complete daily tasks.
• Ability to operate equipment used to fill batches, including automated pail filling systems, scales/load cells, mixers, filling pumps, and filling machines.
• Ability to fill finished goods into proper containers according to customer-specific IDIOS and prepare accurate container labels.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift to move materials.
• Ability to identify potential off-quality products during processing and initiate appropriate corrective actions in accordance with established company abnormal process procedures.
• Proficiency in company IT systems (SAP, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Office) to complete orders within the LPP process.
• Ability to maintain housekeeping standards within production areas.
• Ability to maintain all assigned equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Ability to perform job activities in other Operations areas outside of LPP as required.
• Ability to transport waste from the generation point to the 90-day Storage Area.
• Ability to properly close and label waste containers in compliance with NPAA procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Potential flexibility needed for off-shift training.

Responsibilities

• Follow and adhere to Company Standard Operating Procedures, batch tickets, process sheets, and safety policies.
• Operate equipment used to fill batches, including automated pail filling systems, scales/load cells, mixers, filling pumps, and filling machines.
• Fill finished goods into proper containers according to customer-specific IDIOS and prepare accurate container labels.
• Safely operate a forklift to move materials.
• Participate in improvement teams and actively contribute ideas.
• Identify potential off-quality products during processing and initiate appropriate corrective actions in accordance with established company abnormal process procedures.
• Utilize company IT systems (SAP, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Office) to complete orders within the LPP process.
• Maintain housekeeping standards within production areas.
• Maintain all assigned equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Perform job activities in other Operations areas outside of LPP as required.
• Transport waste from the generation point to the 90-day Storage Area.
• Properly close and label waste containers in compliance with NPAA procedures.

Benefits

• Attendance bonuses
• Annual merit increases
• Annual incentive bonus plan
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid time off to support work-life balance
• Comprehensive health and welfare plans
• 401(k) program featuring an exceptional company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition programs
• Opportunities to grow within the organization
• Company events throughout the year celebrating and appreciating employees’ hard work and dedication

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees