Plant Manager
Baltimore, OH · On-site
Represents Avient to the external community professionally and positively. * Other projects and duties as assigned. Physical/Environ. Demands Requires standing and sitting for extended periods of ...
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Plant Manager
Baltimore, OH · On-site
Represents Avient to the external community professionally and positively. * Other projects and duties as assigned. Physical/Environ. Demands Requires standing and sitting for extended periods of ...
Plant Manager
Baltimore, OH · On-site
Represents Avient to the external community professionally and positively. * Other projects and duties as assigned. Physical/Environ. Demands Requires standing and sitting for extended periods of ...
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Plant Manager
Baltimore, OH · On-site
Represents Avient to the external community professionally and positively. * Other projects and duties as assigned. Physical/Environ. Demands Requires standing and sitting for extended periods of ...
New
Provides direction to the Avient Protective Materials operational departments. Accountable for ensuring all programs and systems are in compliance with regulatory requirements. The Site Director is ...
Provides direction to the Avient Protective Materials operational departments. Accountable for ensuring all programs and systems are in compliance with regulatory requirements. The Site Director is ...
The Greenville Site Director will lead the Avient Protective Materials Greenville (NC) site ensuring high quality product is available for the marketplace. This key role will focus on controlling ...
The Greenville Site Director will lead the Avient Protective Materials Greenville (NC) site ensuring high quality product is available for the marketplace. This key role will focus on controlling ...
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: This role starts at $20 per hour for ...
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: This role starts at $20 per hour for ...
Production Associate- Birmingham Employee Referrals Only
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$16.50/hr
Avient is building a talent pipeline specifically for candidates referred by our current employees at the Birmingham facility. This posting is not for a specific open position, but collects referrals ...
Production Associate- Birmingham Employee Referrals Only
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$16.50/hr
Avient is building a talent pipeline specifically for candidates referred by our current employees at the Birmingham facility. This posting is not for a specific open position, but collects referrals ...
Maintenance Technician
La Porte, IN · On-site
$24 - $28/hr
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: $24 - $28 Hours: 8:30AM - 5:00PM Days:
Maintenance Technician
La Porte, IN · On-site
$24 - $28/hr
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: $24 - $28 Hours: 8:30AM - 5:00PM Days:
Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift
$28 - $38/hr
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 ...
Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift
$28 - $38/hr
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 ...
Production Operator- Albion Referrals Only
$15.25 - $18.50/hr
Avient is building a talent pipeline specifically for candidates referred by our current employees at the Albion facility. This posting is not for a specific open position, but collects referrals for ...
Production Operator- Albion Referrals Only
$15.25 - $18.50/hr
Avient is building a talent pipeline specifically for candidates referred by our current employees at the Albion facility. This posting is not for a specific open position, but collects referrals for ...
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 ...
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 ...
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: This role starts at $20 per hour for ...
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: This role starts at $20 per hour for ...
Avient is seeking a strategic, business-minded, and globally experienced Senior HR Manager to support our global Corporate Finance and Global Business Services (GBS) organizations . This highly ...
Avient is seeking a strategic, business-minded, and globally experienced Senior HR Manager to support our global Corporate Finance and Global Business Services (GBS) organizations . This highly ...
Production Associate: Days
Hickory, NC · On-site
$13.50 - $17/hr
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 ...
Production Associate: Days
Hickory, NC · On-site
$13.50 - $17/hr
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 ...
Production Operator
Berea, OH · On-site
$20/hr
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 ...
Production Operator
Berea, OH · On-site
$20/hr
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 ...
Manager, Product
Kennesaw, GA · On-site
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world. Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it ...
Manager, Product
Kennesaw, GA · On-site
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world. Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it ...
Maintenance Technician
Winchester, VA · On-site
$32 - $38/hr
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: $32 - $38 (Based on experience) Hours ...
Maintenance Technician
Winchester, VA · On-site
$32 - $38/hr
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: $32 - $38 (Based on experience) Hours ...
Maintenance Technician-2nd Shift
Mchenry, IL · On-site
$25.32 - $37.98/hr
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: $25.32-$37.98 Hours: 2:45pm-11:15pm ...
Maintenance Technician-2nd Shift
Mchenry, IL · On-site
$25.32 - $37.98/hr
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: $25.32-$37.98 Hours: 2:45pm-11:15pm ...
Production Operator - Multiple Shifts
Norwalk, OH · On-site
$20/hr
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 ...
Production Operator - Multiple Shifts
Norwalk, OH · On-site
$20/hr
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 ...
Production Associate - Second Shift
Montrose, CO · On-site
$14.25 - $18/hr
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world. Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it ...
Production Associate - Second Shift
Montrose, CO · On-site
$14.25 - $18/hr
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world. Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it ...
Production Associate - 3rd shift
Bethlehem, PA · On-site
$22/hr
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: 20- $22 Hours: 3pm to 11:30pm Days:
Production Associate - 3rd shift
Bethlehem, PA · On-site
$22/hr
Consider becoming part of the Avient team! We know your time is valuable and you have a lot of job ads to review. Let us break down the important details! Pay: 20- $22 Hours: 3pm to 11:30pm Days:
Avient Jobs Information
What is it like to work at Avient?
Avient is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. As a leading provider of specialized materials and solutions, Avient offers a dynamic work environment with diverse teams, cutting-edge technologies, and a mission to make a positive impact on the world through sustainable and innovative products. Working at Avient may appeal to candidates who are passionate about materials science, sustainability, and innovation, and who are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development.
Do workers at Avient get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
54% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
54% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Does Avient pay people when they’re sick?
Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
88% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
88% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
At Avient, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
42% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.
42% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.
Is the health insurance from Avient affordable enough for their workers?
Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and April 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Avient?
Most people get paid time off work.
91% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.
91% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.
Do workers at Avient worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
84% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
84% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do Avient workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
53% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
53% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at Avient?
Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Do Avient managers change schedules at the last minute?
Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
94% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
94% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do workers at Avient do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
90% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
90% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at Avient?
Most people find it easy to take sick days.
87% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
87% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Is working at Avient good if you’re a parent or caregiver?
Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
73% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
73% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Do people at Avient feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Do people at Avient get to take their breaks without interruption?
Most people get breaks without interruption.
73% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
73% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Is it stressful to work at Avient?
Most people feel stressed out here.
76% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
76% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Do people at Avient enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
74% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
74% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
Do people at Avient recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
63% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
63% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Do people get enough training when they start at Avient?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
55% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
55% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Do people get support to advance at Avient?
Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 58% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
In the last year, 58% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Do people think Avient’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
86% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
86% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Avient is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
44% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
44% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
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Avient rating
7.8
Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
20th of 76 rated plastic manufacturers
Job description
Job Description
The Plant Manager is responsible for effectively planning, directing and coordinating all activities for the powder and plastisol manufacturing operations at assigned plant. These activities include safety, environmental, quality, production and cost.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Physical/Environ. 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 the noise level is loud. Generally requires the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, a hard hat, and 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.
Qualifications
About Us
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world.
Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it's powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you're a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you'll find your place at Avient.
Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough!
We believe that all of our global employees are leaders and that the six most important behaviors for driving our strategy and culture are the same no matter if an employee is a leader of self, a leader of others, or a leader of the business.
By playing to win, acting customer centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring and developing others and yourself you will accelerate your ability to achieve Avient's strategic goals, to meet our customer needs, and to accomplish your career goals.
At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, 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 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. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing, ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com.
The Plant Manager is responsible for effectively planning, directing and coordinating all activities for the powder and plastisol manufacturing operations at assigned plant. These activities include safety, environmental, quality, production and cost.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Provides direction, ensures resources, and manages programs to ensure the plant's safety and environmental performance meets established goals.
- Develops and implements plans to reduce waste, meet applicable regulatory standards, and handles emergency situations that may arise at the Site.
- Develop a plant operating plan that is consistent with and supports the overall business plan.
- Determines what resources are required to successfully implement the operating plan and then secure them.
- Ensures standards for product quality, equipment, and operator performance are maintained and that cost-effective technology is used to maximize production.
- Develops a capital plan to improve plant operations.
- Develops Lean Six Sigma plan to improve plant performance and efficiencies.
- Ensures plant performs at or below annual budgeted cost levels.
- Develops employees through training, involvement programs, and other programs to create a strong team environment.
- Identifies development opportunities and provides subordinates opportunities to meet career development plans.
- Represents Avient to the external community professionally and positively.
- Other projects and duties as assigned.
Physical/Environ. 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 the noise level is loud. Generally requires the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, a hard hat, and 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.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent education and/or work experience.
- At least 7 years of experience leading a team required
- At least 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment required
About Us
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world.
Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it's powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you're a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you'll find your place at Avient.
Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough!
We believe that all of our global employees are leaders and that the six most important behaviors for driving our strategy and culture are the same no matter if an employee is a leader of self, a leader of others, or a leader of the business.
By playing to win, acting customer centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring and developing others and yourself you will accelerate your ability to achieve Avient's strategic goals, to meet our customer needs, and to accomplish your career goals.
At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, 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 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. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing, ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com.
About Avient
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Industry
Manufacturing
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Avon Lake, OH, US
Year founded
2020