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Production Operator III - Batch Making

AkzoNobel · Clearwater, FLtoday
$46k

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $51k (463 that show pay).

Make paint batches by weighing raw materials per batch ticket, coordinating QC sampling and adjusting batches.

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on batch making for a global paint brand, with QC-guided batch adjustments and cross-training on fill off.

Might not be for you. Heavy physical work: 75 lb pails, 60 lb pigment bags, 900 lb drums, in hot and cold plant conditions

Hands-on execution First industry roleBS acceptable

Adjacent materials roleBatch making at a paint manufacturing facility: weighs raw materials per batch ticket, coordinates sample testing with QC, makes hits/changes to paint batches

H-1B filings

AkzoNobel filed 5 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Architectural Team Leader-R&D Powder Coatings, Pilot Plant Chemist, Engineering Project Manager. Median filed pay: $93K a year.

From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay ·Every employer's filings

Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Industry
Coatings
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Benefits
6% 401K matchannual bonuspaid parental leave

Role details

About AkzoNobel Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com © 2026 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved. Job Purpose Executes assigned production tasks in accordance with procedures, to ensure right levels of HSE, Quality, Service and costs.

Location: Clearwater, FL No relocation offered with this role Key Responsibilites Batch making  Raw materials are added in the arranged order on the batch ticket  Weighs/measures all materials used in the process for yield and accuracy of completed batches  Coordinates sample testing with QC and makes necessary hits/changes to batch as instructed by QC  Must practice and sustain expected housekeeping standard in work area  Must move to other tasks such as fill off and tank washing when needed once trained.

Job Requirements High School Diploma Prior experience working in a paint manufacturing facility preferred Prior manufacturing experience English Speaking Microsoft basic skills preferred Ability to read, comprehend, and follow safety instructions and safety guidelines Ability to pass forklift test and obtain forklift certificaction Ability to operate a forklift, following all operating instructions effectively and efficiently Ability to read and apply accurate labels Ability to measure and weigh accurately 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 prioritie Ability to climb stairs wearing steel-toed footwear Ability to work in hot and cold environments and inclement weather Ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment with exposure to chemical agents Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time Compensation & Benefits Compensation for this role $22.00/hour 401K retirement savings with 6% company match Medical insurance with HSA Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits Eligible for annual bonus Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay Short & Long term disability Paid Parental leave after 1 year Career growth opportunities Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks Employee referral bonus Employee appreciation days Competencies Acquiring Information Accepting Responsibility Accepting Direction At 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.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Production Operator III - Batch Making role at AkzoNobel?

The listed annual base salary range is $46K–$46K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does AkzoNobel sponsor H-1B visas?

AkzoNobel has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Production Operator III - Batch Making role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Production Operator III - Batch Making role at AkzoNobel based?

This role is based in Clearwater, FL.

What degree is required for the Production Operator III - Batch Making role at AkzoNobel?

This role requires a High school.

What polymers or materials does this Production Operator III - Batch Making role work with?

paint, pigment.