Avient

Production Associate- Multiple Shifts available

9101 International Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55428

On-site · Full-time · $20–$25.74/hr (as posted)

First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026

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Pay: $20.00 - $25.74 (Shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shift!)
Hours: 2nd shift: 3:00PM - 11:30PM (Monday through Friday) 3rd shift: 11:00PM - 7:30AM (Sunday night through Thursday night)
What is the job: In this entry-level manufacturing position as a Production Associate with Avient you will be responsible for performing weigh-up or packaging duties within the production department. Ensuring the highest quality product at the lowest possible cost and meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements in accordance with Avient policies and procedures.
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 a bi-annual bonus plan • Medical benefits that begin day 1 - no waiting period • Paid time off: Two weeks of vacation pro-rated based on start date, 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!
What we expect from you:
• Dependable & reliable • Openness to work overtime as needed • Team player who is eager to share their knowledge with others and learn from other team members • Apply now or continue reading for more details!

Essential Functions

Set up of blending equipment; production of correct materials; weighing of materials
Seal, stencil and/or label containers of finished product and move to designated area
5S Cleanliness of work area
Ensure participation and cooperation in company implemented Environmental Health & Safety programs. Follow all safety rules.
Produces quality product in a timely manner.
Obtains the correct documentation for the run.
Ensures the correct ingredients are delivered to the work area. May be required to obtain the correct ingredients for mixing and weigh out the ingredients to meet the recipe specifications.
Sets up and startsmachinery, checking all controls for adherence to operating/safety procedures.
Notifies appropriate personnel of any issues, problemsor concerns in a timelymanner.
Safely and neatly processes, batch off, screen,cut up, packageand/or skid material to correct size/container according to customer specifications.
Accurately supplies/supports Production Operators withappropriate materials/functions to efficiently keep all equipment operational.
Performs all required machine cleaning.
Completes and maintains required paperwork and/or documents.
Follows and complies with all safety and work rules and regulations.
Maintains departmental housekeeping standards.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications • High School diploma, General Education Diploma (GED) or equivalent training & experience • Work experience in an industrial operations environment preferred • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, or procedure manuals • Must have mathematical skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide. Must have the ability to use conversions, work with different units such as weight, volume, density, distance, etc. 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 • Ability to frequently communicate and understand work instructions and information in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where noise level is loud. • Must be able to detect and discern safety alarms and respond accordingly. • 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 Final compensation within this range may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position. The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, paid vacation time, paid parental leave, paid holidays annually. Learn more about our benefits at: Career Opportunities | Avient. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. Avient reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. #CA-AR

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