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.

• Great company/Team Culture

• Full Time - Starting at 40 hours/week, 12 hour shifts

• Great benefits available within 30 days

• Competitive Pay - Increases within 90 days

• Flexible shift schedules to allow positive work life balance

 

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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 Maintenance Mechanic plans and performs work that requires thorough knowledge of mechanical and electrical or electronic principles, wiring specification codes, properties of various materials, principles of operation and the application of electrical or electronic equipment such as motors, switches, control boards, generators, circuit breakers, electronic inspection units, etc.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot & Perform repairs on bag machinery and support equipment as directed by maintenance supervisor.

• Comply with all safe work procedures when performing tasks, such as but not limited to Lock Out / Tag Out, & Confined Space.

• Repair machine defects found other than scheduled when discovered.

• Report any machine defects identified during repairs that cannot be corrected to Maintenance Manager.

• Maintain proper housekeeping on the job site.

• Improve skill level either by training or on the job experience.

• Be a team player, assisting fellow mechanics or other employees requiring help.

• Work required overtime to complete repairs of down equipment.

• Strive to perform work in a timely manner, reducing machine down time to a minimum.

• Maintain a “zero defect” attitude and perform repairs once.

• Ask questions if not familiar with the repair or procedure.

• List of expected skill areas to be held or obtained, (not all are required):

• Machinist

• Pipefitter

• Electro-pneumatic troubleshooting

• Mechanical troubleshooting

• Machine assembly and installation

• Welding, brazing, burning

• Part rebuilding

• Building repair, general maintenance

• Machine overhaul

• Air compressor maintenance

• Electrician

 

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• 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.

• High School Graduate or GED required

• Technical Degree preferred, but willing to count years of experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a maintenance/production environment

• Electrical training/experience with 480 3 phases/machine controls – preferred

• Experience with VFD Drives and PLCs a plus

• Background with manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and procedures required.

• Previous work experience in mechanical, electrical and/or experience in blown film industries strongly preferred.

• Experience operating forklift equipment

• Familiar with all OSHA and GMP standards & requirements

• Computer Skills

 

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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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