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Manufacturing Technician (OVERNIGHT SHIFT)

Axalta · Chillicothe, OH3w ago
$48k – $50kfrom the posting

High school-level Manufacturing / Production roles on Crosslinked list a median of $53k (158 that show pay).

Operate coating manufacturing equipment, charge tanks, measure viscosity, and filter paint product on overnight shift.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Hands-on production role at a major automotive coatings manufacturer with shift differential pay.

Might not be for you. Overnight shift (10:30pm-7am), heavy physical work, and repetitive production tasks rather than R&D.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution BS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials roleRun all required equipment: Pumps/Agitators/Shakers, Scales, Viscosity measurements; filtration of product; loading tanks 5 to 500-gallon

Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
High school
Experience
3+ yrs
Industry
Coatings
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Schedule
Night shift

Role details

Job Title:

Manufacturing Technician (OVERNIGHT SHIFT)

Job #: 2026-19281 Industry:

Manufacturing (Paint, Coatings, Chemicals)

Location: Chillicothe, Ohio (65 Kenworth Dr. Chillicothe, OH 45601) Salary:

$23-$24 Hourly ($1.79 Shift Differential)

Schedule: 10:30pm to 7:00am Education:

High School Diploma (Minimum)

Ideal Candidate: Ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience working in an Industrial or Manufacturing environment, and good Computer skills.

Axalta Coating Systems

(Company Website Link)

Job Description

Run all required equipment in a safe and efficient manner:

  • Pumps/ Agitators/ Shakers
  • Scales
  • Viscosity measurements
  • Daily scale calibrations
  • Maintain housekeeping

Perform the following duties, to include but not limited to:

  • Washing equipment (tanks, pumps, piping and loading equipment)
  • Loading (charging) various size tanks from 5 to 500-gallon capacity
  • Loading (charging) moving and lifting gallon stock, drums and totes
  • Must be able to follow established process instructions and documentation (monitoring equipment)
  • Filtration of product (loading / charging FSI filter and traps)
  • Labeling of containers, following established process, customer and DOT requirements
  • Housekeeping (participating in area cleanup)
  • Auditing
  • Ability to lift/ carry/ push/ pull 50 Lbs. and stand for 8 hrs. per day
  • Ability to repetitively climb ladders/ stairs, bend, stoop, twist, crouch, kneel, reach above shoulders, turn wrench/ valve handles,
  • Perform selective maintenance tasks / equipment switch-outs to keep the process running
  • Operator must be able to operate computer-controlled equipment
  • Operators must be able to follow all site and area guidelines pertaining to all functions within the plant and assigned tasks. (Examples: fire watch, breaks / lunch, availability for work, etc.)
  • Operator must be able to follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) that pertain to employees job functions
  • Assist in the training of other employees

Minimum Requirements

  • High school diploma required.
  • 40 hr. work week (including occasional weekday and weekend overtime)
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
  • Capability to learn quickly and work in a self-directed team environment
  • Comfortable working with Hazardous materials while using proper PPE (gloves, masks, glasses, safety shoes, protective suits...Etc.

Preferred Skills

  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Previous manufacturing experience
  • Previous experience operating lift trucks/ material handling
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

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].

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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.

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

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Manufacturing Technician (OVERNIGHT SHIFT) role at Axalta?

The listed annual base salary range is $48K–$50K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the Manufacturing Technician (OVERNIGHT SHIFT) role at Axalta based?

This role is based in Chillicothe, OH.

What degree is required for the Manufacturing Technician (OVERNIGHT SHIFT) role at Axalta?

This role requires a High school.

How many years of experience does this Manufacturing Technician (OVERNIGHT SHIFT) role require?

The posting calls for at least 3 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Manufacturing Technician (OVERNIGHT SHIFT) role work with?

paint, coatings.

What techniques or methods are required for this Manufacturing Technician (OVERNIGHT SHIFT) role?

viscosity measurement.