at Avient Corporation in McHenry, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Avient Corporation provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:
*Dyneema, the world's strongest fiber, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
*Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy
*Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
*Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
Avient employs approximately 10,000 associates and is certified ACC Responsible Care, a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste and certified Great Place to Work.For more information, visit www.avient.com.
WHY AVIENT:
Avient Corporation is a world-class sustainable organization built on innovation, collaboration, and employee development. We are committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where our diverse associates can grow and succeed, as well positively impacting our planet and the communities we serve. Our Great Place to Work culture, values, and benefits make Avient an employer of choice for top talent.
Job Summary
The Production Operator is responsible for the set up and operation of equipment which blends/mixes/packages/transports liquid or dry chemicals that comprise our customer products. Position ensures the highest quality product at the lowest possible costs while meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements in accordance with Avient policies and procedures. Plastics manufacturing experience is preferred for this role.
Essential Functions
*Obtains the correct documentation for the batch.
*Monitors production and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. Troubleshoots equipment and processing issues.
*Examines materials visually or physically to ensure conformance with established standards.
*May take samples of materials to lab for evaluation and instructions on any batch adjustments if needed.
*Ensures the correct ingredients are delivered to the work area. May be required to obtain the correct ingredients for mixing and weigh out the ingredients to meet the recipe specifications.
*Sets up and starts any weigh-up or packaging machinery, checking all controls for adherence to operating/safety procedures.
*Notifies appropriate personnel of any issues, problems or concerns in a timely manner.
*Safely and neatly processes, batch off, screen, cut up, package and/or skid material to correct size/container according to customer specifications.
*Accurately supplies/supports Production Operators with appropriate materials/functions to efficiently keep all equipment operational.
*Performs all required machine cleaning.
*Completes and maintains required paperwork and/or documents.
*Follows and complies with all safety and work rules and regulations.
*Maintains departmental housekeeping standards.
*Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
High School diploma, GED equivalency or relevant experience
At least 2 years of manufacturing experience preferred
Two (2) or more years of manufacturing experience in plastics industry preferred
Forklift experience preferred
Additional Qualifications
Previous Plastics manufacturing experience is preferred.
Must be able to read/comprehend written and oral instructions in English; read and comprehend safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and product recipes/materials.
Must have mathematical skill to add, subtract, multiply and divide and apply these skill to weights, measures of volume and distance.
Must effectively communicate in writing and verbally, in English.
Competency in computer and PC software including email, internet, and MS office.
Must have manual dexterity for hand tools of various types.
Must have problem solving skills and some mechanical aptitude.
A positive outlook and mindset through challenging situations and agility to implement changes as needed.
Competencies
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PolyOne is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. PolyOne will use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.
