Production Associate

Utility Operator – Adrian, MI

Pay Rate: $22.67 / hour

Shift: 2nd shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM) + overtime as needed

The Utility Operator provides support for the manufacture of automotive adhesives and sealants at PPG Adrian, enabling PPG's continued success in the automotive market. The incumbent is responsible for completing tasks that enable production and the facility as a whole to run safely and efficiently.

• Transporting materials for production via fork‑truck
• Labeling and organizing inventory of raw materials and finished goods
• Pre‑assembling materials for production
• Cleaning containers for use in production
• Filling containers of finished goods in production
• Weighing raw material components according to batch tickets
• Operating manual and automated dumping processes to fill batches
• Managing inventory of cleaned containers
• Maintaining 5S housekeeping practices
• Participating in PPG Quality Process
• Ensuring safety and compliance with SOPs

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred but not mandatory
• Knowledgeable in operating industrial production equipment; forklift operation certification required
• Good math skills and mechanical ability
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Problem‑solving skills and ability to make logical decisions independently
• Attention to detail and ability to work without direct supervision
• Willingness to rotate work assignments and work flexible hours

• Excellent attendance
• Concern for quality and safety
• Good housekeeping and 5S practices
• Initiative, learning adaptability, and productivity
• Teamwork, communication, and attention to detail

Manufacturing, warehouse, and laboratory areas. Requires lifting and carrying up to 55 lbs and moving drums up to 320 lbs with mechanical assistance. Standing for long periods, stooping, pulling, stair and ladder climbing. Must wear approved safety equipment including safety glasses, steel‑toed shoes, hard hat, gloves, and hearing protection.

Lift truck, scales, hand tools, truck dock equipment, and various production equipment. PPE includes hard hat, safety glasses, long sleeve uniform, and respirator as needed.

PPG provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. PPG employs a diverse workforce. All applications, however, are reviewed with equal consideration, regardless of age, color, gender, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

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