Production Associate

Under the direction of the Shift Leader and Production Supervisor/Manager, the production associate/operator is responsible for set up and operation of machinery within the following departments coating, ORC, winding or twisting. The production associate/operator ensures safety is their #1 priority; they produce the highest quality product at the lowest possible costs while meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements in accordance with Avient Corporation policies and procedures.

* 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.
* Other projects/duties as assigned or needed.
Department specific job duties:
Coating/ORC
* 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

Twisting
* Responsible for making minor adjustments of twisting machinery
* Responsible for inspection of finished goods. In addition, interacts with QA to provide samples at the end of operation.
* Performs and documents in-process monitoring of twisting operations
* 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

Winding
* Responsible for performing mechanical changes to winder including speed, wind, traverse, spindle, slub-catchers and tension.
* Responsible for determining supply materials
* 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
Required Skill:
* Must be able to read/comprehend written and oral instructions in English; read and comprehend safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and product recipes/materials.
* Must have mathematical skill to add, subtract, multiply and divide and to apply these skills to weights, measures of volume and distance.
* Must effectively communicate in writing and verbally in English.
* Competency in computer and PC software including email, internet, and MS office.
* Must have manual dexterity for hand tools of various types.
* Must be able to drive fork lift.
* Must have problem solving skills and some mechanical aptitude.

Required Education & Experience:
* US High School diploma or GED equivalency or equivalent experience
* 1-3 years of industrial/manufacturing experience (preferred extrusion experience)
Additional Qualifications
* Must have mathematical skill to add, subtract, multiply and divide and to apply these skills to weights, measures of volume and distance.
* Must effectively communicate in writing and verbally in English.
* Competency in computer and PC software including email, internet, and MS office.
* Must have manual dexterity for hand tools of various types.
* Must be able to drive fork lift.
* Must have problem solving skills and some mechanical aptitude.

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