Extrusion Lead 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.

• $500 Retention Bonus Opportunity!
• Referral Bonus Opportunity!
• Yearly Bonus Plan!
• Paid Holidays and Vacation!
• Full Health Benefit Package starting the 1st of the following month after hire!
• 401(K) with company match!
• Employee Assistance Program!

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.

• Perform various duties to troubleshoot and conducts machine setup, order changes and preventative maintenance.
• Serve as first line supervisor for production operators ensuring work is completed in a safe and quality conscience manner.
• Submit accurate production reports daily and timely.
• Support the operator training program & trainer and participate in operator training activities, development & mentoring.
• Identify, coordinate, execute & participate in productivity improvement initiatives: scrap reduction/output increases.

• Ability to work 12 hour night shift, rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
• 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.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3-5 years in blown film extrusion preferred.
• Ability to successfully multitask in a fast pace environment.
• The commitment to stay safe and to continue to learn and develop.
• Satisfactorily completes training courses as determined by management.

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.