Production Operator - 2nd Shift

Avient•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

As a Production Operator at Avient, you will set up and operate equipment to blend, mix, or transport chemicals used in customer products, with a focus on quality and cost efficiency. The role includes machine maintenance and cleaning, quality control, recording production data, troubleshooting equipment and processing issues, and following safety and regulatory requirements. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Training takes place on first shift for approximately two months before moving to second shift. The hourly pay is $20.00. Applicants should be dependable, open to overtime as needed, and willing to share knowledge and learn from teammates. The work involves standing and sitting for extended periods, walking, using hands, and occasionally bending, stooping, climbing ladders or stairs, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds. The manufacturing environment can be loud and fast-paced, with routine exposure to outside weather, possible exposure to extreme heat and humidity, and occasional exposure to dust or fumes. Personal protective equipment is generally required.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent training and experience.
Ability to read and interpret 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.
Openness to working overtime as needed.
Ability to work as a team member, share knowledge, and learn from others.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands and use required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Work experience in an industrial operations environment.

Responsibilities

Set up, start, and operate machinery.
Weigh ingredients to recipe specifications and load them into machinery, or ensure the correct ingredients are delivered to the work area and load pre-blended materials.
Monitor production and equipment for safe and efficient operation, and troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
Operate machinery to mix, extrude or discharge, and handle materials.
Take material samples to the lab for evaluation and follow instructions for batch adjustments when needed.
Perform required machine cleaning.
Document completed work, including logs, data reports, and procedures.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including a bi-annual bonus plan.
Medical benefits beginning on day one.
Two weeks of vacation prorated based on start date, in addition to sick time, paid holidays, floating holidays, and community service or volunteer days.
401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% vesting.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Short-term disability insurance.
Paid time off.
Paid vacation time.
Paid parental leave.
Paid holidays.