PolyOne
Production Operator- 1st shift
PolyOne, Holden, Massachusetts, us, 01520
Job SummaryAvient is seeking Production Operators for 1st shift for its Holden Massachusetts location. The Production Operator will work from verbal/written instructions for the operation of extruder and blending equipment. The Production Operator may be required to operate multiple extruders simultaneously. The Production Operator operates as a team player to assist in meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Other duties may be assigned.Essential FunctionsMix and/or blend materials to be used in productionSetup of extruder, water bath, pelletizer, classifier, weighing and packing equipmentSelect proper feeds, speeds and temperatures from material history in computer system and process orderSeal, stencil and/or label containers of finished product and move to designated areaRun mixers and or hoppers as assignedTransfer blended material into specified containersUse appropriate handling equipment to load machines and move finished materialUse production orders and formula sheets. Monitor operation of blenders, feeders and extruding equipmentMaintain 5S Cleanliness of work areaEnsure participation and cooperation in company implemented ESHA programs. Follow all company safety rulesAccurately maintain necessary logs, data, or reportsOther duties as assignedEducation and Experience
High school diploma (or GED) preferred, educational requirements may be offset with proven success in a substantially similar role and requisite years of business experience.1+ years related experience and/or trainingBasic mathematical skillsAccuracy and attention to detailComputer knowledgeExperience with blending equipment and twin-screw extrudersSAP experience a plusAvient Corporation is a drug free workplace. Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran's status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law.
Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT), with expected 2021 revenues of $4.6 to $4.7 billion, provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:
Barrier technologies that preserve the shelf-life and quality of food, beverages, medicine and other perishable goods through high-performance materialsLight-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportationBreakthrough technologies that minimize wastewater and improve the recyclability of materials and packaging across a spectrum of end uses
Avient employs approximately 8,400 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:At Avient, we strive for a culture of trust and engagement. Our associates are leading company initiatives such as Lead by Women, HYPE (Harnessing Young Professionals), Pride at Avient and Embrace to advance diversity in professional and personal development. We also provide our associates with robust development programs such as Avient Academy, Lean Six Sigma, and various leadership workshops to allow for career growth in a variety of ways. With workplace flexibility, health and wellness programs, casual dress days, and paid time off for community service, we are committed to building upon our positive momentum.
At Avient, we believe diversity of ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions in hiring, promotion, development, compensation and advancement are based upon non-discriminatory factors such as, for example, qualifications, abilities, experience, and performance.
High school diploma (or GED) preferred, educational requirements may be offset with proven success in a substantially similar role and requisite years of business experience.1+ years related experience and/or trainingBasic mathematical skillsAccuracy and attention to detailComputer knowledgeExperience with blending equipment and twin-screw extrudersSAP experience a plusAvient Corporation is a drug free workplace. Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran's status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law.
Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT), with expected 2021 revenues of $4.6 to $4.7 billion, provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:
Barrier technologies that preserve the shelf-life and quality of food, beverages, medicine and other perishable goods through high-performance materialsLight-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportationBreakthrough technologies that minimize wastewater and improve the recyclability of materials and packaging across a spectrum of end uses
Avient employs approximately 8,400 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:At Avient, we strive for a culture of trust and engagement. Our associates are leading company initiatives such as Lead by Women, HYPE (Harnessing Young Professionals), Pride at Avient and Embrace to advance diversity in professional and personal development. We also provide our associates with robust development programs such as Avient Academy, Lean Six Sigma, and various leadership workshops to allow for career growth in a variety of ways. With workplace flexibility, health and wellness programs, casual dress days, and paid time off for community service, we are committed to building upon our positive momentum.
At Avient, we believe diversity of ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions in hiring, promotion, development, compensation and advancement are based upon non-discriminatory factors such as, for example, qualifications, abilities, experience, and performance.