Production Operator - Paint & Coatings

About the role

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.

We are currently looking for a Production Operator - Paint & Coatings to join us at our customer site in San Antonio, Texas.

Be part of a cutting-edge manufacturing environment supporting International Truck. In this hands-on role, you'll operate within Axalta's onsite paint operation, mixing colors, preparing coatings, and ensuring robotic paint systems have the materials needed to keep production moving efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate required process equipment safely and efficiently, including pumps, scales, and viscosity measurement equipment.
• Perform daily scale calibrations and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Wash and clean tanks, pumps, piping, and loading equipment.
• Load and charge tanks ranging from 5 to 50 gallons in capacity.
• Handle, move, and lift liquid materials, drums, totes, and other production materials.
• Conduct in-process quality checks including dirt checks, wet color evaluations, and viscosity testing.
• Monitor computer-controlled equipment and follow established process instructions and documentation.
• Make approved in-process material adjustments according to operating procedures.
• Perform product filtration activities, including loading and charging filter systems and traps.
• Label containers in accordance with established processes, customer requirements, and DOT regulations.
• Participate in area housekeeping and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support auditing activities and lean manufacturing efforts, including visual management boards and team participation.
• Perform selective maintenance tasks and equipment change-outs to maintain operational efficiency.
• Follow all site safety requirements, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and customer guidelines.
• Assist with training and onboarding of other employees as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance procedures, and SOPs.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios, fractions, and graph interpretation.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
• Experience working with computer-controlled equipment and production processes.
• Ability to complete all required customer site training and SOP certifications.
• Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment on a fixed second-shift schedule.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in paint applications, automotive refinishing, body shop operations, or related coatings industry environments.
• Experience troubleshooting process issues in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement programs.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with customers and coworkers.
• Ability to analyze and resolve issues involving multiple variables within established procedures.

Additional information

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.