Production Associate (REQ726)

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Spartech Corporation
Provides packaging, structural sheet/rollstock, and specialty polymer products across multiple industries.
Entry-level production associate handling weighing, packaging, and inspection of acrylic sheets.
20 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Stamford, CT
Onsite
Company Size
2,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Plastic Manufacturing
Custom Plastic Solutions
Thermoforming
Plastic Extrusion
Packaging Solutions
Design Engineering
Custom Molding
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Transportation
Healthcare & Medical
Aerospace
Role
What you would be doing
inventory management
quality testing
forklift operation
roll inspection
core cutting
packaging
  • Remove roll, weigh, and properly package material from the slitters and move to the designated area in the warehouse
  • Cut cores/ cardboard per size stated on work order
  • Maintain inventory moves into the MIS in an accurate and timely manner
  • Record daily total down time with reason codes
  • Accomplish the duties of the job utilizing safe work habits and maintaining a safe workplace
  • Communicate with operator and shift lead
  • Perform cleaning task of equipment and plant
  • Required to inspect finished rolls, vacuum if dust is visible and inspect each roll for non-conforming characteristics [i.e., angel hair, loose rolls, roll weave or bad cuts]
  • Per form SQC and quality testing, also responsible to cross check all paperwork and material labeling
  • Stage rolls and other packaging items needed for production
  • Required to assist operator in loaded and unloading slitter
  • Operate forklifts as required (Change batteries and do general maintenance as required)
  • Required to assist operator during change over’s
What you bring
full-time
overtime
shop orders
  • Must be able to work a full schedule workweek and fulfill overtime requirements as needed
  • Must be able to read and understand shop orders
Benefits
  • Competitive pay based on experience.
  • 10 days vacation (pro-rated based on hire date).
  • 11 paid holidays.
  • Benefits provided the first day include medical, Rx, dental, vision, generous 401k w/matching program, EAP, short and long-term disability, life ins, etc.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
$393 million deal
Value of M&A deal
The merger between PolyOne and Spartech in 2013 expanded PolyOne's specialty plastics business significantly.
2017 spin-off
Year of corporate restructure
The company was spun off from PolyOne, re-establishing its identity under the Spartech name.
  • Reclaimed its heritage under the Spartech name, reconnecting with decades-old customer loyalty and regional manufacturing roots.
  • Roots trace back to a merger that expanded PolyOne’s specialty plastics capabilities.
  • Operates manufacturing facilities across North America, producing materials for diverse applications from food packaging to aerospace.
  • Transitioned from prior operating challenges to establish efficiencies, supported by private-equity growth capital.
  • Reinvested in specialty products like PETG, Royaliteâ„¢, and prototyping technologies despite plant closures and realignments.
  • Differentiates through custom polymer expertise, responsive service, and high-performance materials for industrial sectors.
Culture + Values
  • We are in the business of constant innovation and improvement.
  • Our mission is clear: To provide the best possible solution for our customer.
  • By offering a more diverse range of products and materials;
  • By sourcing most of our raw materials in the United States;
  • By operating facilities closer to our customers.
  • Committed to not only finding and delivering the better plastic solution, but becoming it.
  • Dedicated to operational excellence: Total Safety Environment, streamlined material management, Total Quality commitment.
  • Guided by our core purpose and promise To Make It Better.
  • Thought leadership through The World Made Betterâ„¢ initiative: transparency on plans and progress.
Environment + Sustainability
100% Recyclable
Customer Trim
100% recyclable customer trim available, with substrates integrating 100% recycled content in closed-loop systems.
50% Recycled PETG
Certified Materials
SCS-certified materials with over 50% recycled PETG content, ensuring sustainable material use.
Three Products
Recycled Content Certification
Three building/construction products renewed with over 50% recycled content certification in 2022.
  • Core to our DNA: sustainability, environment, social and governance issues at the very center of our focus.
  • Committed to being a careful and prudent leader in managing plastic’s benefits and impacts.
  • Increase capabilities in regrind and recyclability, including closed‑loop recycling programs.
  • Use of greener materials: recycled PET, PVC‑free packaging, bio‑based/compostable materials, HFOs in cold storage.
  • Material efficiency solutions: Polycast® security barrier uses less material; lenticular tail‑light line reduces LED bulbs; lightweight EV components.
  • Operational goals: improve air quality, reduce/reuse water and waste, manage hazardous materials, mitigate climate change.
  • Net‑zero target: (not publicly disclosed) — no net‑zero date specified.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • No publicly disclosed DEI strategy or goals on PolyOne/Spartech site.
  • LinkedIn presence does not provide structured DEI metrics or gender statistics.
  • No specific gender‑related workforce data or targets found in company disclosures.
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