Avient is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician specializing in Electronics and Instrumentation to join our first-shift team. This isn’t just a maintenance job; it’s a chance to be the technical backbone of our operations, ensuring equipment reliability for products that impact the world from protective gear to sustainable solutions. If you’re a proactive problem-solver who thrives on variety and precision, your expertise will be valued and rewarded here.
Company Overview
At Avient, we are more than a materials science company; we are a global team of innovators creating solutions that help our customers succeed and contribute to a more sustainable future. With over 9,000 professionals worldwide, we are powered by a culture of passion, creativity, and diverse expertise. We believe every employee is a leader, and we are committed to safety, collaboration, and professional growth. Joining Avient means you’ll help build a better future while advancing your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities
As an Electronics and Instrumentation Maintenance Technician, you will be entrusted with the complex systems that keep our plant running. Your core responsibilities will focus on:
- Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues with a strong focus on industrial automation systems like PLCs, HMIs, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
- Setting up and operating a full suite of shop machinery, including lathes, drill presses, grinders, and welders, to fabricate or repair parts.
- Installing, repairing, and modifying hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems (single and 3-phase).
- Taking a proactive approach to improve equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and contribute to preventive maintenance programs.
- Researching and sourcing necessary parts and maintaining accurate inventory records.
- Operating forklifts and hydraulic work platforms safely as needed.
- Maintaining meticulous paperwork, including maintenance logs, schematics, and PM documentation.
Qualifications
We are looking for a detail-oriented technician with a solid technical foundation. The ideal candidate will have:
- A high school diploma or GED is required; a Technical School degree or equivalent hands-on experience is essential.
- Proven work experience in an industrial or manufacturing operations environment.
- Strong skills in diagnosing and programming industrial controls, including PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.
- The ability to read and interpret technical documents, safety rules, and schematics.
- Proficiency in mathematics for measurements, conversions, and calculations.
- The physical capability to meet job demands, including lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing, and working in varied conditions while wearing required PPE.
- A dependable, team-oriented attitude and a willingness to work occasional overtime as needed.
Benefits and Perks
Avient is deeply committed to the well-being and success of our employees, offering an outstanding package from day one:
- Excellent Pay: A competitive rate of $40 per hour, plus a bi-annual bonus plan.
- Immediate Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period coverage starts on your first day.
- Generous Time Off: Two weeks of pro-rated vacation, sick time, paid holidays, floating holidays, and volunteer days.
- Secure Future: A 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that is 100% vested from the start.
- Safety-First Culture: Work in an environment that is three times safer than the industry average.
- Career Growth: Be part of a global innovator that values your development and unique perspective.
How to Apply
If you are a reliable technician ready to bring your skills to a world-class team, we encourage you to apply. Avient is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a diverse and inclusive workplace. To apply for the Maintenance Technician – Electronics and Instrumentation position, please submit your application through our official careers portal. For applicants needing accommodation during the application process, please email ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com. We look forward to learning how you can help us shape the future with innovative solutions.


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