Production Technician (UD) - AVIENT : Job Details

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Pay: $21/Hour

Hours: Rotating day/night shift schedule

The selected candidate may be required to work several different shifts in other areas of the plant, including (Film and UD)

Job Summary

The Life Protection technician is responsible for the set-up, operation, prevention, and troubleshooting of issues and housekeeping of equipment as assigned. The operation of Life Production equipment is expected to be done in accordance with standard operating procedures and recipe work instructions.

The technician is also responsible for:

* Taking and measuring in-process samples and monitoring product quality of intermediate and finished products.

* Maintaining required records of raw and intermediate materials, and finished products.

* Moving, maintaining inventory, and storing required materials for equipment as needed.

* Assisting in training, guidance, and support of other team members.

You'll also be responsible for supporting the company's vision and principles while adhering to safety and regulatory rules.At Avient, we're a global team creating materials that make a real difference in people's lives. From the world's strongest fiber used in personal protective equipment to recycling innovations and eco-friendly transportation solutions, our work spans a vast array of applications that help build a better future, all while giving back to the communities where we live and work.

What you can expect from us:

* Competitive compensation including an annual bonus plan

* Medical benefits that begin day 1 - no waiting period

* Paid time off: Two weeks of vacation 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!

Job Context

All employees have the responsibility to:

* Show behavior in line with the SHE and Security risks and agreed controls, including being compliant to Avient requirements, rules, and procedures.

* Assures that all employees follow established occupational safety rules, housekeeping, Hazmat regulations, JSAs and SOPs.

* Address and report person(s) behaving in a SHE and Security irresponsible manner and document observed risks.

* Abides by an enforced Avient procedures/policies regarding security, inclusive of: employee security agreement; use of non-disclosure agreements with outside parties; control of intellectual property limited to a need to know only basis; no unauthorized use of cell phones, camera, computers or Avient property; reporting security threats and incidents; proper control of Avient property and keys.

* Campion sustainability by promoting a reduce/reuse/recycle philosophy within their team.

Essential Functions

Key Areas of Accountability / Responsibility

* Responsible for compliance with relevant laws, regulatory requirements, recipes, SOP's, and other related documentation and activities. Ensures company guidelines related to company policies relating to quality, safety, housekeeping, and cost effectiveness are met.

* Set up, operate, adjust and clean all equipment required for production accordance to work instructions and standard operating procedures.

* Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining goals of the business.

* Support and drive productivity to meet plant and corporate intitiaties, as outlines in the manufacturing plan.

* Take samples to test and determines properties of the produced products. Prepares samples for offline quality checks. Perform off-line tests. Supply and maintain inventory of components/supplies as needed.

* Correct process conditions with given limits, to maintain desired results. Request and/or issue maintenance tickets for maintenance repair work. Performs intermediate mechanical repair and/or preventative maintenance work when needed or as assigned.

* Performs in-process quality checks as required. Demonstrates a commitment to quality by ensuring all test and product information/documentation is accurate, completed in a timely manner and filed per area requirements.

* Maintain records of the used raw materials and the produced products in the appropriate computer system. Enters data about components, intermediate and finished products is entered in the appropriate tracking system.

* Move, measure, maintain inventory and store raw, intermediate, and finished products. Receives stores, handles and delivers raw materials and finished products as required or directed. Utilize standard material handling equipment. Operate rider and/or walk for truck and overhead crane as per licensinf and training requirements.

* Utilize good judgement in making critical decisions on product quality, equipment functionality, safety and other related activites.

* Identifies problems related to equipment, work orders, log books, set-ups and other related activities and recommends ways to solve. Makes suggestions regarding product quality, safety precautions, and work improvements Inform appropriate personnel of any problems that may impair the quality of the

* Film product, packaging components, work efficiency and/or safety.

* Actively contribute to Lean, 5S, and Continuous Improvements efforts within the production area.

* Maintain annual training requirements on hazardous waste specified by the site non-hazardous and hazardous waste procedures and regualtiosn. Specific job holders will complete more detailed training as well.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Authorities

Authorized to approve work permits per details included in the Site Work Permit Procedure. If so authorized, employee must maintain necessary refresher training to participate in these activities.

Projects or Special Assignments

* Operational Excellence Roles

* SAP Roles (as required)

This position involves work with (supervision of) and/or handling hazardous materials and waste at the Avient Protective Materials (Greenville, NC) work site. Worker has the appropriate qualifications to read, understand, apply and communicate written and verbal information regarding handling and managing hazardous wastes. Training is required within six months of worker assuming duty, and once a year thereafter. Worker is responsible for proper handling, documentation, inspection and transporting around the facility of hazardous wastes. Worker may also be responsible for responding to emergencies involving hazardous waste.

Education and Experience

* High school diploma (Required) with at least 3-5 years of experience working in manufacturing, production, or equivalent military technical experiences/training.

* Working knowledge and/or routine use of and experiences with business processes and platforms such as:

* Microsoft Office Suite

* Manufacturing operations systems

* Equipment digital interfaces

* Safety, Health and Environmental requirements and practices

* Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Qualifications

* This role requires working on a rotating shift schedule. Assignments (shifts, equipment and production area) are adjusted based on business needs.

* Production technicians are expected to work with team members and other support resources to ensure first time right material.

* Overtime will be assigned and/or requested based on business needs.

* Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and understanding of machine controls and instrumentation.

* Ability to follow appropriate SHE procedures.

* Ability to follow standard operating procedures and applicable work instructions.

* Taking responsibility and being accountable for personal behaviors and performance (self, equipment and product).

* Analytical skills to be able to spot issues/deficiencies of varying complexity within the manufacturing process quickly and take appropriate and timely action to rectify.

* Mechanical competency and knowledge including equipment assembly.

* Ability to make informed and data driven decisions quickly, at times under pressure.

* Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation via hand-written forms and electronic database systems.

* Effective communication skills to receive information related to site and area goals, expectations and other pertinent information and translate to action in daily activities.

* Ability to organize, schedule, and follow-up on activites based on area expectations and needs.

* Ability to contribute to, support, and drive change management in the area.

* Capability to have interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills to effectively communicate with teammates and other area support groups.

* Basic computer skills.

* Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes.

Competencies

Each position at Avient focuses on eight Core Competencies as a Leader of Self. Additionally, management positions focus on Leadership Competencies as a Leader of Others and/or a Leader of the Business. These competencies are designed to drive behavior that will ultimately help our associates excel at their current roles, while supporting individual and career development.

Physical Demands

* Requires standing and sitting for extended periods of time, talking and listening

* Must be able to walk and use hands. Occasionally requires bending, stooping, climbing ladders and stairs

* May occasionally be required to lift up to 50 pounds, push or pull up to 100 pounds

* Typically work is in a manufacturing environment where noise level is loud

* Generally requires the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and hard hat

* Exposure to outside weather conditions is possible

* May be exposed to working in extreme heat and humidity

* May also be exposed on occasion to dust or fumes

Environmental, Health, Safety, & Security (EHS&S) Requirements

* Avient integrates EHS&S into all aspects of our operations. Each position at Avient is responsible for complying with all applicable EHS&S requirements. Additionally, employees and management are responsible for reporting all EHS&S incidents immediately to ensure we keep EHS&S a priority within the organization.

Security includes physical security and cyber security.

Who We Are

Avient Corporation provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:

* Dyneema, the world's strongest fiber, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports

* Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy

* Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint

* Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility

* Avient employs approximately 10,000 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 www.avient.com.

Why Avient

Avient Corporation is a world-class sustainable organization built on innovation, collaboration, and employee development. We are committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where our diverse associates can grow and succeed, as well positively impacting our planet and the communities we serve. Our Great Place to Work culture, values, and benefits make Avient an employer of choice for top talent.

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 on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person's qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.

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.