Assistant Operator

Novipax; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and community. As a machine assistant, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring quality and efficiency in production. This position involves a variety of tasks, from operating machinery to maintaining cleanliness and safety standards. The company fosters a supportive environment where your contributions matter, and there are opportunities for career development. If you're looking for a role that combines physical activity with teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Ability to operate machinery and perform quality inspections.
• Must comply with safety standards and work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist operators and perform various tasks to maintain production flow.
• Inspect work for quality and maintain cleanliness in the work area.
• Safely operate cranes and forklifts as needed.

Skills

Machine Operation

Quality Inspection

Safety Compliance

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Job Cranes

Job description

Novipax El Paso, El Paso, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois, with plants strategically located across the USA, Novipax is safeguarding the future by partnering with fresh protein and produce processors, grocery retailers, foodservice providers, packaging distributors, and healthcare providers to deliver absorbent solutions that protect packaged fresh food and healthcare professionals and patients. Novipax manufactures a suite of category-leading absorbents, including Dri-Loc, Pad-Loc, Multi-Loc and Prep Pads, and the revolutionary active absorbents Dri-Loc XtendaPak and UltraZap XtendaPak.

We believe in Protecting the Things That Matter Most. This is a workplace where your team members have your back—and are pulling for you to succeed. Where family comes first and community counts. If there’s one thing that defines the Novipax team, it’s that we win together.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work as an assistant, taking instructions from the operator and performing any combination of incidental tasks.
• Inspect work in process for conformance to quality standards advising operator of any deficiencies.
• Continuously clean machine, floors and work areas.
• Unload, load and feed raw materials into the machine.
• Assist the QA Packer as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper levels of adhesive in the hot melt glue tank.
• Learn whatever possible to satisfy requirements of operator.
• Perform operator duties in Dri Loc operator’s absences.
• Operate Job Cranes and Forklifts in a safe manner.
• Wear safety equipment and obey safety rules.
• Satisfy production requirements.
• May work in other areas throughout the plant.
• And/or other duties as may be assigned.

MAJOR PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing: Most tasks are performed in a standing position with frequent walking.
• Lifting: Frequent lifting of items ranging in weight from 20 lbs. to 75 lbs. Crane Hoists are available.
• Walking: Frequent walking of short distances (approx. 200 feet or less).
• Carrying: Frequent carrying of items ranging in weight from 20 lbs. to 75 lbs. Crane Hoists are available.
• Bending: Frequent bending and crouching required to complete assembly tasks.
• Reaching: Continuous full range of motion from above the shoulders to below the knees.

Novipax is successful because of the diversity of our talented Crew. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace individuals and what makes them, them. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment. We provide our employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, opportunities for career development, and a balance. We encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.