Top 16 Operator trainee Jobs in Pennsylvania

Resin Operator Trainee, Rotating Shifts (Unfilled)
PPG —Springdale, PA
- $48,880 a year
- Night shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Math
- Cleaning
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Gas Production Process Operator Trainee
Coherent Corp. —Saxonburg, PA
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Military
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Manufacturing Process Operator Trainee
Coherent Corp. —Saxonburg, PA
- $25.00 - $28.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Military
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- On-the-job training
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Forklift Operator Trainee
BPG-USA —Fairfield, PA
- From $17.50 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Forklift
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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PennDOT CDL Operator Trainee (Transportation Equipment Operator Trainee)
Commonwealth of PA —Pittsburgh, PA
- $42,347 - $47,863 a year
- Full-time
- Commercial driving
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Hyperion Materials & Technologies —Latrobe, PA
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- No travel
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Aqua Pennsylvania, Inc. —White Haven, PA
- Weekends as needed
- DOT physical examination
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Opportunities for advancement
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Resin Operator Trainee, Rotating Shifts (Unfilled)

PPG -
Springdale, PA

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Job Details

$48,880 a year
1 day ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Moving
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
High school diploma or GED
Math
Safety equipment
Mechanical knowledge
Respirator

Full Job Description

As an entry level Resin Operator Trainee within the Coatings R&D department at the Springdale R&D Development Center, you have math skills and mechanical aptitude who is looking for hands-on training in resin manufacturing. You will provide foundational exposure to resin reactors, associated equipment, and the handling of both hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals. It includes training in safety protocols, operating procedures, and the use of forklifts, with the ultimate goal of becoming a qualified resin operator. You will report to the trainer, Senior Operator, and Team Leader.

*This is a bi-weekly rotating shift position*

1st Shift (Day) Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
2nd Shift (Afternoon) Monday – Friday 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
3rd Shift (Night) Sunday – Thursday 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Pay Breakdown:

$48,880 Salary Non-Exempt
$1.50 Shift Differential (Afternoon)
$2.00 Shift Differential (Night)
Wage will Increase roughly $5,000 after 6 months training period
$1,000 sign-on bonus after 180 days
PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.

Key Responsibilities

Assist trainers in producing resin batches under guidance.
Follow batch instructions including:
- Read and comprehend resin logs.
- Prepare equipment (cleanup, valve setups, temperature settings).
- Charge raw materials to vessels, initiating reactions, and monitoring temperature/pressure.
- Perform in-process testing and recording all observations.
Run batches with less guidance as experience increases.
Independently perform clean-up tasks such as cleaning reactor vessels, lines, pumps, and surrounding areas.
Prepare shift relief documentation and handle toxic raw materials during different processes under guidance.
Learn the functionality and operation of different reactor systems and related equipment.
Work with team leaders, engineers, chemists, QA staff, and others to coordinate production activities and scheduling.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Must pass the Resin Operator Test Battery.
Strong mechanical aptitude and math skills.
Ability to work rotating shifts and perform physically demanding tasks (e.g., moving 55-gallon drums and 50–80 lb bags).
Must wear personal protective equipment, including respirators and suits.
Willingness to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and around potentially irritating fumes.

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About us:

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [email protected].

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

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