Hiring Event Nov 19th - Manufacturing, Warehouse & Quality Opportunities

We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. 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 have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Hiring Event – Manufacturing, Warehouse & Quality Opportunities

AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings | Waukegan, IL

Join Us for Our Onsite Hiring Open House!

AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings is hiring! We're hosting an onsite Hiring Open House at our Waukegan manufacturing facility and inviting motivated candidates to explore exciting career opportunities with a global leader in paints and coatings.

Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or looking to grow your career, we encourage you to stop by, meet our leadership team, and learn more about our available positions.

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings

Address: 1 East Water Street, Waukegan, IL 60085

Walk-ins Welcome – No Appointment Necessary!

Current Openings & Compensation

Warehouse Forklift Operator – 2nd Shift

$23.00/hr base + $1.00/hr shift differential

Total: $24.00/hr

Chemical Operator – 2nd & 3rd Shift

$25.00/hr base

2nd Shift: $26.00/hr

3rd Shift: $26.50/hr

RSU Operator

$25.00/hr base

Applicable shift differentials: $1.00/hr (2nd) or $1.50/hr (3rd)

Quality Technician – 2nd & 3rd Shift

$28.00/hr base

2nd Shift: $29.00/hr

3rd Shift: $29.50/hr

Production Supervisor – 3rd Shift

$75,000–$85,000 annually

5% annual bonus opportunity

Why Join AkzoNobel?

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage beginning Day 1

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays

Structured wage progression opportunities every March and September for eligible positions

Career development and advancement opportunities

A safety-focused manufacturing environment

What to Expect at Our Hiring Event

During the event, candidates will have the opportunity to:

Meet members of our hiring and leadership teams

Learn about our manufacturing operations and available opportunities

Participate in onsite interviews

Complete applicable job-related assessments

Tour our manufacturing facility if selected to advance

Interested in Attending?

Walk-ins are welcome! We encourage interested candidates to register their attendance using the RSVP QR code on our event flyer.

You can also explore our available Waukegan positions and apply online:

https://careers.akzonobel.com/gb/en/search-results?qcity=Waukegan&qstate=Illinois&qcountry=USA

Take the next step in your career with AkzoNobel. We look forward to meeting you on November 19!

Participation in the hiring event does not guarantee an interview, job offer, or employment. All candidates are subject to applicable hiring and pre-employment requirements. Compensation and benefits are subject to position eligibility and company policies.

AkzoNobel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AkzoNobel is an equal opportunity employer. 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 accordance with applicable laws, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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