Production Operator

Polyvantis
Mount Vernon, IL
A career at POLYVANTIS provides you with an opportunity to leave a lasting
positive impact to the world and yourself. From excellent health and well-being
benefits to our comprehensive learning programs. We offer a wide range of
benefits and offerings that recognize that our people have unique motivations
and ambitions. It’s all about matching what matters to you with what matters to
us. Let’s explore what matters!

POLYVANTIS is a global, multi-material player with some of the most coveted and
iconic brands in the industry – such as PLEXIGLAS® for polymethylmethacrylate
semi-finished products and LEXAN™ for polycarbonate sheets and films. With
1,500 employees and 15 production sites worldwide, we offer unmatched global
capabilities, providing customers with innovative solutions in sheets and films for
air and rail, automotive, building and construction, electrical, healthcare and
security, and lighting and signage markets.

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the safe and environmentally compliant industrial manufacturing
operation of all equipment, control systems, associated auxiliaries and
environmental compliance in an assigned manufacturing operation. Must have
the ability and willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays and
to work a reasonable level of scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

How You Can Be the Impact
  • Conducting various physical activities and mental reasoning in the manufacturing of polycarbonate film and sheet products.
  • Manipulation of controls (operating a computer controlled system while observing production processes); and observing, correcting and recording instrument readings
  • Performing analytical testing and/or use of laboratory instruments relating to temperature, pressure, volume, and/or weight
  • Lifting materials, conducting area housekeeping, collecting samples, operating a forklift, and cleaning equipment are also regularly occurring duties.
  • Production Operators are also responsible to follow applicable work processes, communicate effectively to other teams and team members, and complete the job specific training certification.
What Matters to POLYVANTIS
  • High School Diploma, High School Job Readiness Certification or equivalent educational diploma
  • Six months of consistent work experience (Manufacturing or extrusion experience a plus)
  • Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the position
COMPETENCIES
  • High safety and environmental awareness
  • Work well within an inclusive team environment
  • Ability to communicate with team and other individuals
  • Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement
  • Demonstrates good interpersonal skills and professionalism
  • Takes initiative and demonstrates the desire to learn and develop
  • Intermediate level skills in problem solving, trouble shooting, and analytical thinking
Physical Requirements: Lift/carry 55lbs, bend/stoop/twist, crouch, kneel,
climb/balance, use vibrating tools, stand, and walk.

Eligibility Requirements
  • You must be 18 years or older.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work for POLYVANTIS in the United States on a full-time basis.
WORK SCHEDULE
  • 7-Day rotation
  • Days, evenings, & midnights
  • 8:00am, 4:00pm & 12:00am Starts
  • Encompasses all holidays, all weekends, 24/7, 365
We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully
committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.

Work Availability
Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work Monday- Friday
during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company
determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.

We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully
committed to a culture of respect and inclusion

Work Availability

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work Monday- Friday during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.

We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.

Posted 2026-01-30

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