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Production Lead

Avient Corporation
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
Jan 10, 2025
Job Summary Position is responsible for performing all the duties of the assigned production area plus directing and coordinating activities of others within the area. Position is a "hands on" part of the team, occupying a direct labor position while assisting in the coordination of work flow, troubleshooting with operators and leading by example. Position coordinates area activities in the absence of the Supervisor. Essential Functions Works in conjunction with the Shift/Production Supervisor to efficiently prioritize team efforts and to assure that quality and shipments are met and data integrity requirements are accomplished. Monitors and updates the production schedule; uses schedule to prioritize workload in working area. Responsible for ensuring employees are versed in proper procedures for operating machinery to mix or blend dry chemicals, or the extrusion of color. Responsible for ensuring employees are versed in proper procedures regarding consumption or raw materials. Provides leadership and expertise in the use of SAP procedures or processes. Establishes and documents processing parameters and/or product characteristics to obtain optimum productivity, consistent quality of product and to meet the customer's specifications. Documents work completed. Contributes to upkeep and updating of required paperwork such as procedures, records, logs, documents, manuals, etc. Completes all necessary documentation at the end of shift. Functions as the "Go-To" person for the production area, product line or function, acting as a liaison with and providing feedback to management and all other support groups with respect to the operations. Communicates with their Team procedural changes or quality issues. Leads the team in all matters of safe work practices, housekeeping and environmental compliance; reporting exceptions when necessary. Maintains housekeeping standards. Leads troubleshooting activities, facilitating contact and follow-up with support groups, such as Maintenance. Coordinates raw material logistics with operators and Warehouse Associates. Participates in training new employees and re-training associates in processes and methods as required. May provide input for annual employee reviews and disciplinary actions. Initiates necessary work orders in order to keep production lines maintained and operating. Supports the vision, mission and guiding principles of the company. Follows applicable Environmental, Health, and Safety rules and guidelines while performing any procedure. As needed, covers for Shift/Production Supervisor when not present. Other duties as assigned. Competencies Manufacturing/Maintenance - Fork Lift Operators License Personal Skills - Manual Dexterity Personal Skills - Research Personal Skills - Quantitative Skills Personal Skills - Reading/Comprehension Software Skills - Microsoft Office Software Skills - Microsoft Word Software Skills - Microsoft Excel Personal Skills - Ability to Multitask Personal Skills - Conflict Resolution Skills Education and Experience 3 years minimum Problem-Solving Techniques, Leadership Experience, Managing Direct Reports. 3 years minimum Manufacturing, Plastics, and Chemical Industry. 3 years minimum experience in Mixing, Extrusion, Colorant, Blending. Must be able to lift 50lbs continuously for entire shift. US High School diploma, GED equivalency or relevant experience Adherence to health and safety regulations (i.e. constant use of protective gear). Forklift experience. Flexibility in shifts is a plus. Bilingual a plus, but not required. Time/Priority Management Teamwork Skills Software Skills including Microsoft Office, SAP, Inventory/Purchasing Systems 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, push or pull up to 50 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, hard hat, respiratory protection. Exposure to outside weather conditions is routine. May be exposed to working in extreme heat and humidity. May also be exposed on occasion to dust or fumes. Able to walk, see, (20/40 vision) and hear sufficiently to perform assigned tasks. 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.