Bag Machine Operator - Zenith

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.

• Pay range for Machine Operator is: $18.04 - $21.64.

• Medical, dental and vision options

• Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA

• Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves

• Financial protection benefits such as life, AD&D and disability insurance, and 401(k)

• Plan with employer matching contributions

• Education Support (for example, tuition reimbursement, Chairman’s Scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan)

• Broad Based Employee Award Program—value sharing plan for all employees with one year of service

• Employee Assistance Program and much more!

• Shift Differential for 2nd Shift and 3rd Shift.

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.

Shifts that are currently open: 1st and 2nd

• 1st Shift - 6:30 am - 2:30 pm Monday through Friday (overtime as needed)

• 2nd Shift - 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm Monday through Friday (overtime as needed)

• 3rd Shift - 10:30 pm - 6:30 am Sunday through Thursday (overtime as needed)

• Setup and operate Bag Machine(s) and support equipment to convert

• 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, adjusts pressure, tensions and adjusts distribution of ink.

• Trouble shoot stoppages and breakdowns.

• Perform quality checks of material being produced and related documentation.

• Complete daily production paperwork.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen.
• Work overtime as required.
• Satisfactorily completes training courses as determined by management.
• 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting; a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Carrying; a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Pulling; 4 hours
• Pushing; 4 hours
• Reaching above shoulder
• Use of fingers
• Walking; 12 hours, excluding breaks
• Standing; 12 hours, excluding breaks
• Kneeling; 4 hours
• Bending; 4 hours
• Climbing; 4 hours
• Operation of forklift, narrow aisle or other vehicle
• Visual ability
• Depth perception
• Ability to distinguish color
• Hearing ability

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.