Production Operator

Job Summary Avient is seeking Production Operators for 3rd 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 Functions Mix and/or blend materials to be used in production Setup of extruder, water bath, pelletizer, classifier, weighing and packing equipment Select proper feeds, speeds and temperatures from material history in computer system and process order Seal, stencil and/or label containers of finished product and move to designated area Run mixers and or hoppers as assigned Transfer blended material into specified containers Use appropriate handling equipment to load machines and move finished material Use production orders and formula sheets. Monitor operation of blenders, feeders and extruding equipment Maintain 5S Cleanliness of work area Ensure participation and cooperation in company implemented ESHA programs. Follow all company safety rules Accurately maintain necessary logs, data, or reports Other duties as assigned Education 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 training Basic mathematical skills Accuracy and attention to detail Computer knowledge Experience with blending equipment and twin-screw extruders SAP experience a plus Avient 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 materials Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation Breakthrough 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 . 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.