Senior Extrusion Operator - Lead & Optimize Production

Avient Corporation; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-annual bonus

Medical benefits day 1

Paid time off

401K with company match

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Avient Corporation is seeking a Senior Production Operator to manage extrusion operations, weigh-up, and packaging within the production department. You will ensure quality and cost targets while meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements.

The role supports Avient's safety standards and ISO/EH&S guidelines. The position offers shift options (1st, 2nd, 3rd) with a competitive compensation package, day-one medical benefits, paid time off, and a company-matched 401K.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Plastics Industry experience of 3 years preferred.
• Includes colorant mixing, machine extrusion and blending experience in the plastics industry.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion equipment per procedures.
• Set up and start machines, check controls for adherence to procedures.
• Monitor production and equipment for safe, efficient operation; troubleshoot issues.
• Take samples and ensure batch conformance; label finished product.
• Complete SAP transactions and document production logs and paperwork.
• Train new employees and re-train staff as required.
• Maintain housekeeping and follow ISO/EH&S guidelines.

Skills

Extrusion operation

Leadership

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Plastics industry experience (3 years)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Avient Corporation is seeking a Senior Production Operator to manage extrusion operations, weigh-up, and packaging within the production department. You will ensure quality and cost targets while meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements.

The role supports Avient's safety standards and ISO/EH&S guidelines. The position offers shift options (1st, 2nd, 3rd) with a competitive compensation package, day-one medical benefits, paid time off, and a company-matched 401K.