Quality Associate

Required Education & Experience:

·       US High School diploma, GED equivalency or equivalent experience

·       Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required

·       Previous experience working in a quality-driven environment

Additional Qualifications

·       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.

• Ability to perform all Testing SOPs.
• Knowledge and ability to operate all testing equipment and scanner.
• Knowledge of raw materials and finished products.
• Knowledge of Product ID and traceability system.
• Knowledge of customer requirements for finished packages.
• Ability to create a Certificate of Analysis for all products.

·       Proven mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and fix common problems

·       Self-starter with initiative, attention to detail, and strong work ethic

·       Able to work within a team environment

• Competency in computer and PC software including email, internet, and MS office.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

§  stand 8 to 12hrs per shift

§  use hands to finger 8 to 12hrs per shift

§  handle and/or feel and reach with hands and arms 8 to 12hrs per shift

§  required to walk 8 to 12hrs per shift

§  required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and talk or hear 8 to 12hrs per shift

§  required to lift and/or move up to 55 lbs frequently throughout the shift

§  specific vision abilities required include:

§  close vision

§  depth perception

§  ability to adjust focus

Environmental, Health, Safety, & Security (EHS&S) Requirements

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.