Production Associate
At Avient, we're looking for motivated manufacturing professionals to join our production team. In this role, you'll operate industrial mixing and processing equipment used to manufacture specialty materials for a variety of industries. Depending on your experience and business needs, you may be assigned to one of several production areas.
Pay: $20/ hour or more based on experience.
Hours: 6:00AM - 4:30PM
Days: Monday - Thursday
What You'll Do
- Operate mixers, mills, and other manufacturing equipment
- Follow batch sheets, production instructions, and quality standards
- Weigh and process raw materials according to specifications
- Monitor equipment performance and production quality
- Complete production documentation and safety checks
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and Lean manufacturing practices
Production Areas
Aqua Mix Operator
Work with raw materials, pigments, and additives to create custom color and chemical formulations. This role focuses on accurately weighing ingredients, following batch recipes, and operating mixing equipment to produce high-quality blended products.
Mix Operator
Prepare, stage, and mix raw materials for production processes. This position serves as a key support function within manufacturing, ensuring operators have the materials needed to maintain efficient production while maintaining quality and safety standards.
2-Roll Mill Operator
Operate specialized rolling equipment used to process and blend materials into finished products. This role involves monitoring product consistency, machine settings, and production quality throughout the manufacturing process.
3-Roll Mill Operator
Operate precision milling equipment used to produce paste and specialty compounds. This position focuses on controlling product quality, maintaining equipment performance, and ensuring specifications are met throughout production.
- Manufacturing, production, machine operation, mixing, compounding, material handling, or industrial experience preferred
- Experience operating industrial equipment, mixers, mills, forklifts, or other production machinery is a plus
- Ability to read work instructions and follow production procedures
- Basic math and measurement skills
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Ability to lift up to 55 pounds and stand for extended periods
- Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement