**DESCRIPTION**:Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT), with 2021 revenues of $4.8 billion, provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:- 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**Job Summary**The Plant Manager is responsible for effectively planning, directing and coordinating all activities of assigned manufacturing Plant. Responsibilities include safety, environmental, quality, production, maintenance, warehouse and expeditions, cost control and leadership of the Plant workforce.**Essential Functions**- Provides the direction and necessary resources to establish safety and environmental performance that meets established goals for the Plant. This includes development and implementation of the proper behavior and attitudes by employees to guarantee excellent performance.- Develops and implements plans to reduce environmental waste, meet applicable environmental regulations and handle emergency situations that may occur at the Plant.- Develops a Plant operating plan that is consistent with and supports the business plan. Ensures the Plant achieves its annual operating cost objectives.- Develops and manages a capital plan that supports the business strategy and improves Plant operations.- Ensures standards for product quality,equipment reliability and operator performance are maintained and that cost-effective technology is used to maximize production.- Leads Plant's Operational Excellence initiatives, by leading the implementation of APEX (Avient Production Excellence)- Directs production managers/supervisors in the execution of their responsibilities to ensure meeting the Plant's objectives.- Effectively and consistently communicates Plant's manufacturing incentive plan goals to associates, as well as implements the Avient culture on site.- Ensures subordinates' career development goals are identified and plans put in place to support them.- Effectively represents Avient to the external community, including active involvement in local civic groups,ongoing coordination with regulatory agencies and effective interface with emergency response services- Leads the deployment of Avient Safety culture, defines EH&S; road map and leads Corporate Safety initiatives implementation. Is the main responsible on site for Health and Safety of the team, also from a legal compliance perspective.**QUALIFICATIONS**:**Education and Experience**- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline required; Master's degree in business or operations management preferred.**Additional Qualifications**- At least 10 years of progressively responsible manufacturing experience, with at least seven years of experience supervising multiple individuals and/or teams/shifts.- Thorough knowledge of manufacturing operations and safety procedures; prior experience in composites/plastics operations strongly preferred- Prior experience and utilization of Lean Six Sigma methodology strongly preferred- Demonstrated track record of success in managing a safe and environmentally sound work environment- Excellent leadership skills- Strong verbal and written communication skills. English and Spanish proficiency level.- Must be able to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization as well as customers and suppliers.- Strong results orientation combined with ability to make sound, reasoned decisions**Competencies**Each position at Avient focuses on eight Core Competencies as a Leader of Self. These competencies are designed to drive behavior that will ultimately help our associates excel at their current roles, while supporting individual and career development. The most critical for success in this role include:- Customer Focus, Business Acumen, Ensures Accountability, Drives Engagement**WHY AVIENT**:At Avient, we strive for a culture of trust and engagement. Our associates are leading company initiatives such as LEAD by Women, HYPE (Harnessing Young Professionals), Pride and EMBRACE to advance diversity in professional and personal development. We also provide our associates with robust development programs such as Avient Academy, Lean Six Sigma, and various leadership workshops to allow for career growth in a variety of ways. With workplace flexibility, health and wellness programs, casual dress days, and paid time off for community service, we are committed to building upon our positiv #J-18808-Ljbffr
