Production Operator

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a Production Operator to manufacture food-grade resins, following procedures and operating machinery safely to ensure quality and efficiency. Key Highlights: 1. Experience in chemical/pharma/industrial production 2. Vocational Training Level II in chemistry or similar 3. Use of industrial plant management software (SCADA) **Date:** Mar 12, 2026 **Location:** Vilafranca del Penedes, ES **Company:** AkzoNobel **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 © 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved. **Long Description** -------------------- **Production Operator** We are looking for a Production Operator (TEMPORARY 6 MONTHS) for our site in Vilafranca del Penedés. The main objective of this role is to carry out food-grade resin manufacturing tasks, following specified procedures and instructions, and operating tools and machinery safely to fulfill customer orders at the highest level of quality, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency. **Job Purpose** --------------- Thus, the main responsibilities are: * Prepare required raw materials and verify the proper condition of machinery and tools; report/request any anomalies. * Manufacture products following recipes and production processes per formulations to meet the daily production plan. * Monitor processes to ensure correct application of methods and machines via SOPs, toolbox talks, check\-lists, etc. * Package products following packaging recipes and processes per formulations. * Perform correct product labeling. * Conduct pre\-quality controls to ensure proper batch execution during manufacturing or as described in SOPs. * Complete formula closure following established procedures. * Carry out routine machine maintenance tasks as described in machine SOPs. * Ensure implementation of 5S standards in the production zone and areas according to defined standards. * Report any HSE, Quality, Production or other incidents to the Supervisor/Team Leader. * Collaborate in conducting Root Cause Analyses (5 Whys). * Conduct raw material inventories to ensure adequate stock levels in the production area. * Comply fully with all plant regulations and procedures related to HSE\&S, Quality, and Environment. * Specific HSE\&S responsibilities: * Set an example and access the workplace in a physically and mentally sound condition, without impairments that would compromise safety during assigned tasks; maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment. * Collaborate and participate in all available initiatives, procedures, and actions aimed at preventing incidents/accidents involving any person present at company facilities. **Key Accountabilities** ------------------------ * + Vocational Training Level II in chemistry or similar, or higher vocational training, preferably as a chemical plant operator. * + Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in chemical/pharma/industrial production. * + Proficiency in the local language; intermediate English level is desirable. * + Residence within the region. * + Regular user of industrial plant management software (SCADA); SAP user level is desirable. * + Front/retractable forklift license (standard UNE). * + Availability to work rotating fortnightly shifts. **Key Activities** ------------------ * Meal benefits. (**Subsidized cafeteria)** * Join a growing multinational company. * Stable project. * Flexible compensation. * Free parking. * Professional and personal development in a dynamic environment. * Access to a training platform. \#LI\-BD1 \#OnSite 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. Requisition ID: 52087