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Job PurposeEnsures that production is carried out as effective and efficient as possible, in accordance with quality, HSE and other established procedures and standards. This position is for Waukegan, Il location and 1st shift.Key Responsibilities• Ensures production is carried out according to production planning and ensures production priorities are being followed.• Ensures all site safety rules are strictly followed to that no injuries occur and looks for root cause for all incidents and near misses.• Ensures all process quality checks are being performed in accordance with established procedures.• Accounts for proper allocation of man hours.• Communicates targets and continuously measures and communicates status against these targets.• Monitors the technical state of installations and take appropriate actions to resolve issues together with Maintenance and Engineering department.• Resolves short term quality issues together with Quality department, initiate structural problem solving of quality issues.• Works with the Quality Department to determine new ways to ensure high quality products.• Works with CI and Shift Supervisors to implement (lean) tools to improve production efficiency, reduce costs and reduce waste.• Inputs on CI/ ALPS projects and takes action to support (new) management initiatives.• Coaches Team Leaders for performing their roles, amongst others to lead daily effective team meetings and ensure daily situational problem solving.• Is familiar and complies with all the applicable corporate as well as site and laboratory policies/procedures with regard to personal conduct, HSE and Product Safety & Regulatory Affairs (PSRA) standards.Job RequirementsA. Ability to communicate clearly and frequently within various levels of the organizationB. AssertivenessC. Coaching skillsD. Active and engaged listening E. Cheerleader F. Technical skills 1. Paint manufacturing experience (working knowledge of all jobs on team)2. Basic computer skills 3. Math comprehension for calculating, scheduling, and delegating of batch quantities to team members4. Trainer 5. Problem solving skillsG. Code of Conduct role model 1. Make fair and consistent decisions when dealing with your team membersEssential QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential qualification satisfactorily.• Ability to read, comprehend and follow safety instructions and safety guidelines• Ability to lift and handle containers such as 5 gallon pails up to 75 lbs, 60 lb bags of pigment or maneuvering drums up to 900 lbs• Must have effective interpersonal skills• Ability to work independently• Ability to multi-task and balance priorities• Dedicated and committed safety leadership and presence• Ability to climb stairs wearing steel-toed footwear• Ability to work in hot and cold environments and inclement weather• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time• Arm-Hand steadiness- Keeping your arm or hand steady• Near vision- ability to read labels and see details up close• Ability to operate a forklift, following all operating instructions effectively and efficientlyCompensation & BenefitsBase salary range for this role is: $75,000 to $85,000. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.Eligible for straight OT after 44 hours weeklyBenefits starting day 1401K retirement savings with 6% company matchAnnual bonus up to 5%Medical insurance with HSADental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefitsGenerous vacation, sick and holiday payShort & Long term disabilityPaid Parental leave after 1 yearCareer growth opportunitiesActive Diversity & Inclusion NetworksEmployee referral bonusEmployee appreciation daysCompetenciesAccepting DirectionAccepting ResponsibilityAcquiring InformationAt AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.
Worksite address
waukegan, IL, 60085, US
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