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.

 

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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.

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The primary purpose of this role is to lead continuous improvement and quality management functions.

Drive continuous improvement by developing and implementing systems and processes that optimize all phases of the production process; be actively involved in the development and implementation of long-term quality improvement plans.

Support the business in development and implementation of quality procedures and systems throughout the manufacturing process. Supervise the preparation of defined products and key process elements in preparation of proposals and project execution to include: Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), including plant pressure profile and identifying mechanical design pressure and temperature Heat and material balances Piping and instrument diagrams Process data sheets for all major items of equipment Technical review of vendor offers. Checking process data for information Check relief valve and header sizing Review of vendor prints as required Defining with vendors process heat exchanger requirements Safety Review Provide technical inputs for root cause analysis and corrective action. Support quality reporting and responses to customer complaints (CIR’s). Maintain organized documentation of all technical information. Manager and the GM of Production Equipment to insure all components to the RFQ's are covered and agreed upon prior to start of the application's activity. Coordinate, disseminate and expedite required information between engineering and the Applications Engineer. Monitor the progress of in-house proposals. Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any quality non-conformances related to product, process and systems. Compile data and prepare regular and special reports including CRM, Syteline, statistical and other reports. \n

 

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Prefer Industrial Engineering) Minimum three to five years of experience managing quality in a lean manufacturing environment and leading rapid continuous improvement Standard Work and Quality Systems Documentation and Management Black Belt/Six Sigma certification preferred Value Stream Mapping; Visual Management; 5S; Variation Reduction Kaizen Material Pull System Total Production Maintenance Error Proofing Thorough knowledge and experience with statistical process control methods and software systems Strong desire to be a working quality manager in partnering with the plant management teams and hourly staff at assigned plants Demonstrated ability to act as a business partner, “see the big picture” \n

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.

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