Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.
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.
To ensure that product is being inspected for quality including, size, gauge and roll formation quality prior to shipment to customer. Accurate packaging and data collection for each order. Each employee considers food safety and consumer safety while preforming work. Participates in GMP and food safety training. Follows GMP policy. Reports all food safety concerns with urgency.
Pay: 19/hr - 23/hr
FUNCTIONS:
Under the direction of the Lead Operator and/or Production Supervisor, the Extrusion Operator Assistant will ensure that product is being inspected prior to shipment to customers. This position is backed up by other Operator Assistants or by a Lead Operator.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for checking job ticket extrusion instructions
Noting any size or gauge tolerances
Noting any special packaging or labeling instructions
Checking product to ensure it conforms to job ticket specs.
Verifying size
Completing “Size” Chart (not S.P.C. Charts)
Must understand importance of size and gauge checks
Verifying that gussets are set up correctly
Blocking
Gels, blending problems
Dirty Die Face
Check product for treat
Responsible for proper packaging of products
Must obtain proper packaging information from job ticket
Should know pallet and cradle sizes
Need to know location of packaging supplies
Product must be packaged in a neat and professional manner
Responsible for entering production in computer
Must understand importance of correct data entries
Must weigh every other roll & notify operator if not correct
Roll stock – all rolls must be weighed
Must track all scrap and make entries in data collection
Responsible for correct job start and stop times
Must obtain proper labeling information from job ticket
Responsible for printing labels
Labeling must be done correctly and neatly
Labels should be centered and lined up on the box
Must ensure that pallet/bin labels are correctly completed
Responsible for inserting a white label, with correct weight, into core
Train for operator duties and responsibilities, including being able and willing to learn downstream equipment and maintenance operations
Should be able to perform basic adjustments to the master roll winder.
Should be able to thread all downstream equipment
Must have basic understanding of extrusion process
Should be able to make minor adjustments to the master roll winder.
Should be able to adjust tension on winder and understand how it affects the roll
Must be able to keep tools and miscellaneous metal parts off floor (out of scrap)
Company policies, procedures, and practices are implemented via this position. Quality of products is directly related to the effectiveness of individuals in this job. A broad base of current technical knowledge is required to ensure that standards are met, and efficiencies are maintained. Problem solving and decision-making abilities are essential for success.
HS Diploma or GED is preferred
Ongoing training and education are essential to continue to improve work processes, all Shields employees will be expected to attend training and education sessions.
Employees are expected to work 12-hour shifts that are on a monthly rotation schedule. The shifts are currently from 7 AM - 7 PM (day shift), and 7 PM - 7 AM (night shift). Every 28 days these rotate between days and nights.
This is an hourly/non-exempt position. Overtime regulations do apply. Holidays, sick leave, vacation, etc. as dictated by the Shields employee handbook.
#INDIST
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 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.
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.
We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.
Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com.
Formerly Pactiv Evergreen
Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including a world-class plastic film recycling center. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.
