Extrusion Operator

Novolex; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Well-being resources

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Novolex is hiring an Extrusion Operator Specialist in Greensboro, NC. Available shift from 7:00AM-7:00PM with rotation every 10 weeks and 7:00PM-7:00AM. Compensation ranges from $21.04 to $28.31 per hour.

You will operate heavy machinery, maintain records, follow safety guidelines, and ensure final products meet quality standards while supporting training and leadership as needed.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced production environment with some mechanical knowledge of industrial systems.
• Proven mechanical ability and aptitude with troubleshooting and minor repairs on heavy machinery.
• Previous leadership experience, preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery to produce food-packaging products, maintaining equipment, records, schedules and quality standards.
• Assist in installation, maintenance and repair of machinery including replacing belts and sensors; help with changeovers.
• Serve as a subject matter expert to production staff and assist with training and development.
• Conduct quality and safety audits and follow up on findings to ensure resolution.
• Act as Team Lead when needed, managing labor and ensuring production goals related to CPM are met.
• Adhere to process standards and troubleshoot issues including temperature and miss trims.
• Utilize LEAN tools to improve equipment efficiency.

Job description

Company Overview

Why Choose Us?

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.

Our Sustainability Commitment

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.

Job Description

Extrusion Operator Specialist|Greensboro,NC|Hiring Immediately|

Available Shift: 7:00AM-7:00PM ROTATION EVERY 10 WEEKS 7:00PM-7:00AM

Compensation: $21.04-$28.31

Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy machinery to produce food-packaging products, which include maintaining equipment, keeping records, following production schedules, following safety guidelines, and making sure the final products meet quality standards.
• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of machinery to include replacing belts, sensors, troubleshoot all machinery and equipment, and assist with changeovers, etc.
• Serve as a subject matter expert to production staff and assist with training and development.
• Conduct quality and safety audits; Conduct follow up on any findings to ensure they are properly resolved.
• Act as Team Lead when needed, which consists of managing labor, ensuring production goals are met as it relates to CPM, assisting with employee development, etc.
• Adhere to process standards and troubleshoot process issues including but not limited to temperature, miss trims, etc.
• Utilize LEAN tools to improve over equipment efficiency

Qualifications:

• Qualified candidates’ will have 2-years’ experience in a fast-paced production environment with some mechanical knowledge of industrial systems.
• Proven mechanical ability and aptitude with proven ability to troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on heavy machinery.
• Previous leadership experience, preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with little to no supervision.
• Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned

Company Benefits

What You'll Get From Us

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 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 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 [e-mail].