Machine Operator: Multiple Shifts
About The Position
We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join a stable, growing company. This position offers a consistent schedule with no rotating shifts or weekends, and the work is performed in a climate-controlled facility. The Machine Operator is responsible for the setup and operation of machinery within the Coating/ORC departments. Key priorities include ensuring safety, producing high-quality products at the lowest possible costs, and meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements in accordance with Avient Corporation policies and procedures. Avient Corporation is a global team creating materials that make a difference in people's lives, from protective equipment to recycling innovations and eco-friendly transportation solutions.
Requirements
- High School diploma, General Education Diploma (GED) or equivalent training & experience
- Work experience in an industrial manufacturing environment required
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, or procedure manuals
- Must have mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide. Must have the ability to use conversions, work with different units such as weight, volume, density, distance, etc.
- 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
Responsibilities
- Responsible for loading/unloading reels for Coating
- Responsible for doffing all take-ups
- Responsible for splicing yarns
- Perform process line set and start procedures, and end or process tear down and cleanup tasks
- Inspect, prep and load material on payoff systems
- Make adjustments to equipment settings according to spec for each job
- Monitor processes, documenting and making adjustments as necessary
- Unload finished materials and perform first line inspections and provide samples to QA
- 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
Benefits
- 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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
