Product Filling Technician

Role details

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 Product Filling Technician to join us at our facility in Front Royal, Virginia.

As a Product Filling Technician, you will play a critical role in the safe filling, packaging, testing, and movement of finished paint products to meet customer demand. This hands-on manufacturing position requires a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence while working with specialized production equipment, laboratory testing instruments, and hazardous materials in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and maintain filling equipment and associated production systems. Fill, package, and prepare high-quality finished paint products according to customer specifications. Follow all plant safety procedures, policies, and environmental standards. Safely handle hazardous materials and manage hazardous waste in accordance with site requirements. Perform basic equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs. Utilize laboratory instruments to test and verify product quality. Complete production and inventory transactions using plant computer systems. Maintain 5S standards and promote an organized, efficient work environment.

Support production goals through continued training and cross-functional collaboration. Comply with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and all applicable federal, state, local, and corporate regulations. Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED. Ability to lift and move up to 75 pounds on a routine basis. Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Experience operating mechanical equipment in a manufacturing or production environment. Ability to adapt to changing production demands and priorities. Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.

Medical clearance to wear a respirator. Routinely required to stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, and perform repetitive tasks. Frequently works around moving mechanical equipment. Exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and manufacturing conditions. Must wear required PPE, including respiratory protection when necessary. Moderate noise levels are common within the production environment. Successful completion of pre-employment screening, drug testing, and background checks. Authorized to work in the United States. Preferred Skills: Experience in chemical, paint, coatings, manufacturing, or industrial production environments.

Knowledge of production information systems and manufacturing processes. Forklift and/or Powered Material Handling Equipment (PMHE) experience. Mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and equipment maintenance abilities. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control. Experience working with hazardous materials and regulated processes. 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. The expected compensation range for this position is $26-$35/hour. Our Company: 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.

Recruitment Fraud Alert : We take candidate safety seriously. If you believe you’ve encountered a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent our company, please include a link or screenshot and report it to [email protected]. 7 - Operatives (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America) 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.

This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.