At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate mixing equipment and ensure safety and quality standards in manufacturing.
- Company: Join Axalta, a leader in innovative coatings solutions with a global impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with rotation shifts and a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that champions sustainability and innovation in the coatings industry.
- Qualifications: GCSE/NVQ level 2 or 3 years' experience in manufacturing; forklift license preferred.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
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 colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernising infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.
We are currently looking for a Manufacturing Operator (rotation Shift) to join us at our facility in Wellingborough, UK. The purpose of this position is to manufacture our formulations to meet planned volumes and targets in accordance with safety and quality standards.
Key responsibilities:
- Operate mixing and associated equipment
- Maintain an excellent standard of housekeeping
- Participate and contribute to daily briefings, MDI boards Tier 1
- Actively participate in safety, quality and continuous improvement activities
- Have a sound knowledge of systems and procedures and carry out all work in a safe manner, reporting any issues via the appropriate system
- Competent across all manufacturing in order that he/she can rotate regularly, maintaining standards and raising issues with team members to resolve efficiently
- Challenges personal performance and develops own skills and supports the team to deliver consistent results
- Demonstrate a working knowledge and application of continuous improvement tools in daily work and is capable of actively participating in improvement teams.
Key requirements:
- Availability to work on a rotation shift: 6:00am to 2:00pm and 2:00pm to 10:00pm
- GCSE/ NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) or 3 years’ experience in manufacturing operations
- Ideally a qualification in Maths and English – must be competent in numeracy to read and understand numbers, batch cards, interpret and manipulate data where required
- Certified with forklift truck license
- Experience in manufacturing / process industry
- Excellent verbal communication and team work skills to work with colleagues to achieve individual and team targets
- Desire to champion the company values
- Logical problem‑solving skills
This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. 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. This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.
Manufacturing Operator - Rotation Shift in Wellingborough employer: 8835 U-POL Limited
Axalta is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Wellingborough where innovation and sustainability are at the core of our operations. As a Manufacturing Operator, you will benefit from comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for personal and professional growth within a collaborative team that values safety and continuous improvement. Join us in shaping the future of coatings while enjoying a culture that champions teamwork and individual development.
