Machine Operator

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.

What we need you to do

Under the direction of the Extrusion Manager and designated Shift Leads, this position is responsible for the efficient set-up and operation of extrusion lines in order to safely produce high-quality film in accordance with the job safety analyses (JSA's), production schedule, set-up instructions, operating procedures, and quality specifications, etc.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:

• Understand and follow all JSA's and safety procedures/policies
• Setup and operate bag machine(s) and support equipment to convert HDPE film into bags
• Read and verify line orders/dockets
• Understand printing job requirements by the specifications
• Set up the bag line by loading film and adjusting for size
• Mount cylinders, adjust pressure, tension and distribution of ink
• Troubleshoot stoppages and breakdowns
• Perform quality checks of material being produced and complete related documentation
• Complete daily production paperwork
• Maintain a clean and safe work area

Requirements include, but are not limited to (all times are approximate):

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    • Standing (Constantly - 12 hours or more)
    • Walking (Constantly 12 hours or more)
    • Lifting (Regularly/Constantly):
      
      
      
      • 0-10 lbs. (8-10 hours)
      • 10-20 lbs. (8-10 hours)
      • 20-50 lbs. (8-10 hours)
      • 50-100 lbs. (never)
      
      
      
      
    • Carrying (Regularly/Constantly):
      
      
      
      • 10-20 lbs. (8-10 hours)
      • 20-50 lbs. (8-10 hours)
      • 50-100 lbs. (never)
      
      
      
      
    • Pushing (Often - 8-10 hours or more)
    • Pulling, Twisting, Climbing (Often - each 8-10 hours)
    • Balancing (Regularly/Constantly)
    • Stooping, Kneeling, Crawling (Often - each 1-3 hours)
    • Requirements include, but are not limited to (all times are approximate):
      
      
      
      • Reaching, Grasping, Repetitive Motions (Regularly/Constantly each 8-10 hours)
      
      
      
      
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen
• Ability to work 12-hour day and night rotating shifts
• Work overtime as required
• Satisfactorily complete training courses as determined by management
• Ability perform the essential functions of the job with our without accommodation

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. We provide two weeks of vacation, 10 paid holidays, perfect attendance bonus, and 401(K) match. We also provide 2 paid breaks of 20 minutes each and one paid 30 minute lunch break during the 12 hour shift. There is also a 30 cent shift differential for working hours between 7 PM and 7 AM.

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.