General Operator

Job Title:

Paint Mixer/Cabinet Loader

Location:

Dublin, VA

Position Summary The Paint Mixer/Cabinet Loader safely and efficiently uses raw materials and equipment to produce, mix, and supply high-quality semi-finished and finished material. This role actively participates in safety, environmental, productivity, training, and housekeeping programs at a customer site.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 5 AM - 1:30 PM (Overtime available depending on business needs)

The expected compensation for this position is $20 per hour.

• Operate all required equipment safely and efficiently, including pumps, scales, mix machines, and day/bulk tanks
• Wash equipment (tanks, pumps, piping, and tools)
• Load (charge) tanks ranging from 2 to 250-gallon capacity
• Load, move, and lift pails of finished product up to 5 gallons
• Maintain FIFO racks by stocking materials up to 75 lbs.
• Perform in-process quality tests (dirt checks, wet color, viscosity)
• Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process documentation
• Adjust in-process material per lab instructions
• Filter product, including loading/changing FSI filters and traps
• Fill semi-finished and finished product into drums, totes, bulk storage, or pails
• Label containers per SOP, customer, and DOT requirements
• Participate in housekeeping and 5S initiatives
• Support lean manufacturing practices
• Perform selective maintenance tasks and equipment switch‑outs to keep processes running
• Operate computer-controlled equipment
• Follow all site and area guidelines related to job functions (breaks, availability, etc.)
• Follow all Area Operating Procedures (AOPs) relevant to job duties
• Flexibility for occasional weekend work based on customer need

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. regularly
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and documentation
• Basic computer skills for operating computer-controlled equipment
• Strong safety mindset and attention to detail
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends

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.

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We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.

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.