Operator 1 (Open House Hiring Event)

Job Description

Job Description

Machine Operator Open House Hiring Event | AkzoNobel | Warsaw, IN

Build Your Future with AkzoNobel!

Are you ready to start a rewarding career as a Machine Operator or take the next step in your manufacturing career? AkzoNobel is looking for motivated, talented, and experienced Machine Operators to join our team in Warsaw, IN.

Join us for our Open House Hiring Event and learn more about the exciting opportunities available at our facility. Meet with our team, explore career paths, and discover the benefits of working for a global leader in paints and coatings.

Open House Details/Walk-ins are welcome! 

Saturday, September 19, 2026
8:30 AM – 11:00 AM

AkzoNobel

1102 Leiter Drive

Warsaw, IN  46581

Why Join AkzoNobel? 

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Safe and inclusive work environment
• Opportunity to work for a leading global company

Take the next step in your career and become part of the AkzoNobel team!

Apply today: 

We look forward to meeting you at our Open House Hiring Event!

Key Accountabilities

• Packaging and palletizing of finished product into boxes, drums, gaylords, and supersacks from 15 lb to 2000 lbs.
• General housekeeping.
• Cleaning grinders, extruders, testing equipment and charging equipment.
• Forklift operation.
• Floor Scrubber operation.
• Sampling of raw materials and/or finished good.
• Recording of batch variables and logging data.
• Perform all work safely and injury-free.  Must actively participate in improving department and plant safety performance.
• Perform duties according to ISO 14001 procedures and environment.
• Attend and participate in Warsaw Plant Programs/Committees/Training as required, such as Department Safety, Plant Safety, Behavioral Safety, Housekeeping Audit Teams, ISO, Life Saving Rules or any other safety programs.
• Participate in the Warsaw Safety Journey. Adhere to the Golden Principle which is simply to intervene to stop work if conditions or behavior are unsafe.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. 
• Basic math skills  
• Strong tow motor driving skills
• Good computer skills with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. 
• Some experience with SAP preferred 
• Job requires good interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to interface with Akzo Nobel personnel in a confidential manner.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs. several times/daily

Work Schedule:
We have positions available on 2nd and 3rd shifts

2nd shift: 2:30p.m. to 11:00p.m.

3rd shift: 10:30p.m. to 7:00a.m.

Compensation Data

Perks for Joining AkzoNobel!  
Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans • Medical insurance with HSA • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits • Annual bonus • 401K retirement savings with 6% company match • Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay •  Paid Parental leave • Career growth opportunities • Employee referral bonus • Short & Long Term Disability