Production Associate

Avient Corporation; Hatfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical benefits starting on day 1

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Strong safety culture

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm located in Hatfield Township, PA is looking for a Production Associate to handle weigh-up and packaging duties. This entry-level role ensures high quality while adhering to safety procedures. Candidates should have a high school diploma and some industrial operations experience is preferred. The job involves working in a fast-paced environment with physical demands including lifting and operating machinery. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including medical coverage starting day one.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in industrial operations is preferred.
• Must have mathematical skills for weight and volume calculations.

Responsibilities

• Obtain batch documentation and correct ingredients for mixing.
• Set up and operate packaging machinery following safety procedures.
• Notify personnel of any issues promptly.
• Package material according to customer specifications.
• Assist Production Operators to maintain equipment operations.
• Perform machine cleaning and maintain paperwork.
• Adhere to safety regulations and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Ability to read safety rules

Mathematical skills

Industrial operations experience

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

Production Associate – Avient Corporation

Join the Avient team as a Production Associate. This entry‑level manufacturing position is responsible for weigh‑up or packaging duties within the production department, ensuring high quality at an optimal cost.

Pay and Hours

Pay: $20
Hours: 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Days: Monday – Friday

Responsibilities

• Obtain proper batch documentation and correct ingredients; mix or weigh to meet recipe specifications.
• Set up and start weigh‑up or packaging machinery, following operating/safety procedures.
• Notify personnel of any issues, problems or concerns promptly.
• Process, batch off, screen, cut up, package and/or skid material to correct size/container per customer specifications.
• Support Production Operators with appropriate materials/functions to keep equipment operational.
• Perform machine cleaning and maintain required paperwork.
• Follow safety regulations and maintain departmental housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Preferred industrial operations experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Mathematical skills for calculations and conversions between units (weight, volume, density, distance, etc.).

Physical Demands

• Standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, and climbing ladders/stairs.
• May lift, push, or pull up to 50 lb.
• Frequent communication in a noisy manufacturing environment.
• Use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, shoes, hearing protection, hard hat, and respiratory protection.
• Exposure to weather conditions, heat, humidity, dust, and fumes.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with bi‑annual bonus.
• Medical benefits starting day 1.
• Paid time off: 2 weeks vacation prorated, sick time, paid holidays, floating holidays, volunteer days.
• 401(k) with company match (100 % vested).
• Strong safety culture (Avient is 3× safer than industry average).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to non‑discrimination and accommodation for disabilities.