Production Associate

Are you looking for a stable job with great benefits and pay? Consider becoming part of the Avient team!

We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details!

Pay: $19 - $19.50

Hours:

7am to 7pm

Days: 2 on 2 off, 2 on 2 off, 3 on 3 off

In this entry‑level manufacturing position as a Production Associate with Avient you will be responsible for performing weigh‑up or packaging duties within the production department. Ensuring the highest quality product at the lowest possible cost and meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements in accordance with Avient policies and procedures.

At Avient, we’re a global team creating materials that make a real difference in people’s lives. From the world’s strongest fiber used in personal protective equipment to recycling innovations and eco‑friendly transportation solutions, our work spans a vast array of applications that help build a better future, all while giving back to the communities where we live and work.

• Competitive compensation including a bi‑annual bonus plan
• Medical benefits that begin day 1 – no waiting period
• Paid time off:
  Two weeks of vacation pro‑rated based on start date, in addition to sick time, paid holidays, floating holidays, community service/volunteer days
• 401K with company match – 100% vested
• High regard for safety. Avient is 3x safer than the industry average!

• Dependable & reliable
• Openness to work overtime as needed
• Team player who is eager to share their knowledge with others and learn from other team members
• Apply now or continue reading for more details!

• Sets up and starts all machines, checking all controls for adherence to procedures.
• Complies with all safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates teamwork in all phases of operation.
• Troubleshoots equipment and processing issues.
• Examines materials visually in order to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Operates machinery according to operating procedures.
• May take samples of materials to lab for evaluations and instructions.
• Refers issues/problems to lead/supervisor for disposition.
• Performs all required machine cleaning.
• Completes and maintains all required computer inputs.
• Responsible for data integrity.
• Documents work completed as required including logs, data reports, procedures, etc.
• Participates in training, retraining and continual improvement processes and methods.
• Maintains departmental housekeeping standards.
• Supports the vision, mission and guiding principles of the company.
• Follows all rules, laws and procedures related to HS&E, ISO and other regulations.
• Other projects/duties as assigned or needed.
• Department specific job duties:
  • FRP
    • Responsible for understanding and acknowledging work orders and customer specs
    • Responsible for retrieving all needed materials
    • Responsible for inspecting, prep, and loading/unloading creel materials
    • Responsible for doffing and helping other operators doff
    • Responsible for splicing yarns
    • Perform line set up and start up procedures
    • Responsible for shutting down lines and clean up
    • Make adjustments to equipment settings according to spec for each job
    • Monitor processes, documenting and making adjustments as necessary
    • Understand our ERP system and use it efficiently
    • Unload finished materials and perform first line inspections and provide samples to QA
    • Responsible for keeping area clean and clear of safety hazards
  • Extrusion
    • Responsible for understanding and acknowledging work orders and customer specs
    • Responsible for line set up including tool changes, and line adjustments
    • Responsible for retrieving all needed materials
    • Responsible for using proper PPE when working inside the Hot Zones
    • Understand our ERP system and use it efficiently
    • Responsible for doffs and helping other operators doff
    • Collect samples, record sample data and provide samples to QA
    • Responsible for inspecting finished goods before pack out
    • Using a forklift to pack out finished goods for shipping
    • Inspect, prep and load material on payoff/take‑up systems
    • Make adjustments to equipment settings according to spec for each job
    • Monitor processes, documenting and making…