Machine Technician

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Position Summary:

Responsible for monitoring grocery lines, and supervising Bag Catchers and Utility persons.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:

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  • Serve as first line supervisor for Bag Catchers and Utility persons.
  • Assign employees to production lines and make sure all machines are running on schedule and at production speed.
  • Monitor bags being run, making sure hourly samples are taken in order to inspect quality and catch any defects and unnecessary waste.
  • Assist in machine changeovers/order changes and ensure they are completed in a timely manner.
  • Clean and repair machines as needed.
  • Knowledgeable of 5S and support goals.
  • Make sure work in area is done in a safe manner and employees are following all safety procedures.
  • Submit accurate production reports daily and timely.
  • Make sure employees take breaks, and schedule relief as needed.
  • Keep workers supplied with necessary materials.
  • Make sure employees keep their work areas clean.
  • Will be required to supervise and maintain 3 to 6 production lines.
  • Must be self motivated with good people skills and willing to make decisions that will affect safety, quality, and production.
  • Perform all other duties as deemed appropriate by Management to support the business.
  
  
  
  

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen.
• Work overtime as required.
• Ability perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
• The commitment to stay safe and to continue to learn and develop.
• Satisfactorily completes training courses as determined by management.

Candidate Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2-5 years Machine Operator experience

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.