Production Operator (1st Shift) at Akzo Nobel in Salem, Oregon

Job Description:

We've been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there's a good chance you're only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It's what you'd expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.



Job Purpose



Executes assigned production tasks in accordance with procedures, to ensure right levels of HSE, Quality, Service and costs.



Key Responsibilities

• Takes ownership of production assets and ensures they are operated safely and as per established procedures, guidelines and industry good practice


• Performs daily production-, preventative maintenance-, process data collection and administration tasks as perprocedures and control systems.


• Reportssafety, quality or other issues related to products or production processes to Team Leader / Shift Supervisor.


• Ensures all (shift team) production targets are met whilst ensuring the appropriate quality standards are maintained.


• Issues CAR, respectively Hazard report when any relevant issue is noticed, regardless location or responsible department.


• Provides progress updates to the Team Leader / Shift Supervisor.


• Attends and contributes to meetings.


• Contributes in the investigation of HSE or quality issues for eg: customer complaints, reject batches or other quality related issues.


• Participates inContinuous Improvement activities & programs for HSE, Quality,ALPS or other as may be assigned from time to time.Contributes to colour adjustment activities , where applicable, in line with agreed procedures and control systems.


• Is familiar and complies with all the applicable corporate as well as site and laboratory policies/procedures with regard to personal conduct, HSE and Product Safety & Regulatory Affairs (PSRA) standards.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow safety instructions and safety guidelines


• Ability to measure and weigh accurately


• Ability to lift and handle containers such as 5 gallon pails up to 75 lbs, 60 lb bags of pigment or maneuvering drums up to 900 lbs


• Must have effective interpersonal skills


• Ability to work independently


• Ability to multi-task and balance priorities


• Dedicated and committed safety leadership and presence


• Ability to work in hot and cold environments and inclement weather


• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time


• 1 to 2 years of prior manufacturing experience; experience working in a paint manufacturing facility preferred

Rewards and Compentsation

• Pay: $21.50 per hour


• 401K retirement savings with 6% company match


• Annual bonus


• Medical insurance with HSA


• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits


• Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay


• Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans


• Short & Long term disability


• Paid Parental leave after 1 year


• Career growth opportunities


• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks


• Employee referral bonus


• Employee appreciation days

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.


Requisition ID 39284


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