Manufacturing Chemical Operator

Job Title: Manufacturing Chemical Operator Job Title: 2026-18448 Location: Orrville, OH Schedule: (Overnight Shift) 8:00pm to 6:30am Industry: Manufacturing (Paint, Coatings, Chemicals) Salary: $24.25 Hourly (plus $1.50 Shift Differential) Education: High School Diploma required Background: Must be able to pass a Background Check and Drug Test (No Exceptions) (Company Website Link) Selected candidates will be required to perform a variety of duties such as: Always maintain highest level of safety and quality. Follow written and verbal instructions. Use manual and mechanical devices such as chain hoists, drum carts, and pallet jacks; to move, stage or lift material. Accurately weigh and safely add materials according to process orders. Set up and operate equipment for mixing and blending paint related materials. Help maintain accurate inventory levels and organization. Collect samples from batch for laboratory testing. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hand(s) and arm(s), stoop, use hands and fingers to complete tasks that require dexterity. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must routinely lift and/or move up to 55 pounds by hand and move or manipulate heavier loads with mechanical assistance. To be qualified for this role, you must possess the following: Required: High School Diploma or equivalent Required: Capability to learn quickly and work in a self-directed team environment Required: Ok to work repetitive tasks with accuracy (10-hour shift) Preferred: Previous manufacturing experience Preferred: Previous experience operating fork trucks Qualified candidates MUST supply a Resume with work history that highlights work experience and education accomplishments at the time of application. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug screening, background check, and physical exam. Drug Testing is part of the post-offer employment physical. We offer: $1,500 Sign-On Bonus ($750 paid after 90-days of service & $750 paid at 6 months of employment) 3rd Shift Mixer works a Sunday through Wednesday, 8PM - 6:30AM shift schedule, including shift differential Hourly starting wage rate of $24.25/hour Shift Differential for 3rd shift - $1.50/hour Excellent benefits package – medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and tuition reimbursement Opportunity to develop work skills and knowledge in a team-based environment Our Company: Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles. Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals. Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review. Recruitment Fraud Alert: We take candidate safety seriously. If you believe you’ve encountered a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent our company, please include a link or screenshot and report it to View email address on click.appcast.io. 7 - Operatives (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America) Axalta is a global coatings company focused on providing customers with innovative, colorful and sustainable solutions. With more than 150 years of experience in the coatings industry, Axalta continues to find ways to serve more than 100,000 customers with the finest coatings, application systems and technology.