Assistant Operator

Novipax; Paxinos (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Paxinos, Pennsylvania, is seeking an Assistant Operator to assist in machine operations and maintain production lines. Responsibilities include setting up machinery, wrapping rolls, and ensuring cleanliness and quality in work areas. Ideal candidates should be prepared to handle physical tasks, operate forklifts, and learn from the operator. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided, promoting a strong work-life balance within the team.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform various tasks, including machine operation and cleaning.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with line setup and operation of machinery.
• Wrap rolls and manage materials on the production line.
• Maintain cleanliness in work areas and equipment.

Job description

Company Overview

Novipax is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois, with plants strategically located across the USA. We manufacture absorbent solutions that protect packaged fresh food and healthcare professionals and patients.

Job Responsibilities

Assistant operator duties include:

• Set up line (change over) set slitters, separators, adjust hammer mill doors and adjusting die head to prevent overspray.
• Help keep rolls supplied to Fan Fold lines (moving rolls off packing table).
• Assistants will also help wrap rolls when line is running Roll‑Stock. This consists of picking up rolls off packing table and placing them on a table to be wrapped. After rolls are wrapped, rolls are placed on a pallet to be placed in the warehouse.
• Assistant will be responsible for wrapping the pallet, so Material Handler can move the pallet.
• End of shift duties will require cleaning work areas.
• 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 (see Operator Job Description / General Responsibilities).
• Operate job cranes and forklifts in 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Novipax is an equal opportunity employer and embraces individuals and what makes them, them. We provide employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, opportunities for career development, and a work-life balance.