Vacant job

At International Färg's factory in Gunnilse, just north of Gothenburg, we manufacture high-quality world-leading protective paints for bridges, wind turbines, sports arenas, and more under the brand International Paint. International Färg has been part of the AkzoNobel group since 1998. The facility also houses sales and marketing offices for our three business areas: Marine & Protective, Yacht, and Powder Coatings in the Nordic region. We are about 130 proud employees representing a large number of different nationalities, working together to make our world a little more colorful.

Are you a team player who wants to be part of a close-knit team? Are you hands-on, have a strong sense of responsibility, and interested in a job in the industry? Take the chance and join us! We are looking for three Production Operators for this initiative, permanent employment with a 6-month probation period. We are also looking for a Production Operator for a 12-month temporary position in filling.

What do we offer you at AkzoNobel?

At AkzoNobel, you will encounter a warm and welcoming atmosphere, where we work together to continuously achieve our goal of being world leaders in paint and surface treatments. With a focus on diversity and innovation, we actively work with our employees to ensure you thrive and develop continuously. You will be part of a fantastic team characterized by a good community with engaged and friendly colleagues. AkzoNobel gives you the opportunity to explore exciting and varied tasks while having good chances to develop and grow in your career. With us at AkzoNobel, you will find a secure employer that has proudly been awarded the title of Sweden's Career Company and Top Employer 2024. Welcome to us!

We offer:

• Collective agreement
• Wellness allowance
• Simple gym available at the workplace after working hours
• Employee discount at all Nordsjö stores

What will you be working with?

As a production operator with us, you will work together in a team to ensure our paint production and that filling in packaging occurs according to plans and market needs. Even though you work in a team, some tasks may be performed individually. For your work, you will wear personal protective equipment according to applicable regulations for handling chemicals. You will be trained in chemical handling with a focus on thermosetting plastics.

The following tasks are included in the daily production work:

• Recipe management where you must follow and understand instructions and formulations
• Perform all checks according to the manufacturing order
• Handle both dry and liquid raw materials in various packaging
• Color adjustments
• Internal cleaning of containers
• Sampling
• Driving forklifts with reach trucks and stackers

Clean and maintain order at the machines and areas you work in and follow the safety regulations applicable to your tasks and department.

Working hours: You will work in a 2-shift system according to the following schedule:

Day shift: Monday-Thursday 6:00 AM–2:42 PM and on Fridays you work 6:00 AM–12:42 PM

Evening shift: Monday-Thursday 2:00 PM–10:30 PM and on Fridays you work 12:00 PM–5:30 PM

Who are you?

To thrive in this role, you are driven by problem-solving and have an interest in the industry. As a person, you are positive, open, and a good team player. The work will be done both independently and in teams, which requires good collaboration skills and initiative. You also have:

• A completed high school education with passing grades
• Enjoy working physically where you can use your body in the job
• Can work in an environment that places high demands on safety, quality, and productivity
• Speak, read, and understand the Swedish language very well. English is an asset as the official corporate language for AkzoNobel
• Forklift license/previous experience in the industry is an advantage but not a requirement

Your application

At AkzoNobel, we are very committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all our employees can be their best selves. We strive to embrace diversity, tolerance, and respect. Our recruitment process plays a significant role in this journey as it lays the foundation for a diverse working environment. In our organization, all qualified applicants are treated from an equal and equitable perspective – regardless of ethnic origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Due to the Christmas holiday, we will review applications in early January, and feedback on your application may take longer than usual.

Don't hesitate, take the step and submit your application today for your chance to work with us! We review applications continuously and unfortunately do not accept applications via email.

For further information about the position and the recruitment process, please contact Samuel Johannesson, Talent Acquisition Partner, samuel.johannesson@akzonobel.com