Production Associate - 2nd Shift

Avient•West Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Production Associate is an entry-level manufacturing position in Avient’s production department, performing weigh-up or packaging duties. The role supports the production of high-quality products at the lowest possible cost while meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements in accordance with Avient policies and procedures. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. The stated pay is $20.00; no pay period is specified.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent training and experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Mathematical ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, use conversions, and work with units such as weight, volume, density, and distance.
Dependability and reliability.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Ability to work as a team member, share knowledge, and learn from other team members.
Ability to stand and sit for extended periods, talk and listen, walk, and use hands.
Occasional ability to bend, stoop, and climb ladders and stairs.
Ability to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to frequently communicate and understand work instructions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with loud noise levels.
Ability to detect and discern safety alarms and respond accordingly.
Ability to use personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, a hard hat, and respiratory protection.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in an industrial operations environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain the correct batch documentation and ensure the correct ingredients are delivered to the work area.
Obtain ingredients for mixing and weigh them according to recipe specifications when required.
Set up and start weigh-up or packaging machinery, checking controls for compliance with operating and safety procedures.
Notify appropriate personnel promptly about issues, problems, or concerns.
Safely process, batch off, screen, cut up, package, and/or skid material to the correct size or container according to customer specifications.
Provide Production Operators with the materials and support needed to keep equipment operational efficiently.
Perform required machine cleaning.
Complete and maintain required paperwork and documents.
Follow safety and work rules and regulations, and maintain departmental housekeeping standards.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including a bi-annual bonus plan.
Medical benefits beginning on the first day, with no waiting period.
Paid time off, including two weeks of vacation prorated based on start date, sick time, paid holidays, floating holidays, and community service/volunteer days.
401(k) retirement plan with company match; 100% vested.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Short-term disability insurance.
Paid parental leave.