Lead Machine Adjuster

Novolex; Walton (KY); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Full time

Job summary

Novolex is seeking a Lead Machine Adjuster in Walton, KY, to oversee operations on assigned shifts in a high-volume paper bag manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include monitoring production lines, leading machine operators, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing, with strong skills in organization and communication. The role offers a starting pay rate of $28/hour, along with opportunities for team development and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2-5 years experience adjusting machines.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and quality instructions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first line lead for Machine Operators.
• Assign employees to production lines.
• Monitor bags and ensure quality inspections.

Skills

Effective listening

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Job description

Lead Machine Adjuster

Walton, KY

Compensation

• Starting Pay Rate of $28/hour

Available Shift

• 7:00pm - 7:00am
  • Thursday, Friday, Saturday - week 1
  • Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday - week 2

Overview

Assist Shift Supervisor with managing assigned shift, focusing on key areas of safety, quality, production, and communication. Provide real-time floor oversight, ensure compliance with standards, gather data on performance and issues, and escalations to supervisors for strategic decisions in a high-volume paper bag manufacturing environment. Split floor coverage with the other Lead to monitor machines, drive team development, and minimize losses due to articulable constraints.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first line lead for Machine Operators, and Utility persons
• Assign employees to production lines and make sure all machines are running on schedule and at production speed
• Monitor bags being run, making sure hourly samples are taken in order to inspect quality and catch any defects and unnecessary waste
• Assist in machine changeovers/order changes and ensure they are completed in a timely manner
• Clean and repair machines as needed
• Make sure work in area is done in a safe manner and employees are following all safety procedures, i.e. PPE, guards, ZES, shirt tails, etc.
• Submit accurate production reports daily and timely
• Make sure employees take breaks, and schedule relief as needed
• Evaluate employees’ performances, and administer counseling and/or disciplinary action, improvement plans and making sure that recurring problems are brought to the attention of Shift Supervisor or Department Manager
• Train new employees or assign them to others to train
• Keep workers supplied with necessary materials
• Make sure employees keep their work areas clean
• Refer employees to Human Resources for complaints and/or first step grievances or other issues as they arise
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety Practices
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management, including food safety

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2-5 years experience adjusting machines
• Effective listening, speaking & writing ability in person and on the phone
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and quality instructions, and procedural manuals
• Ability to complete routine reports and records
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Ability to write clearly and concisely, using good grammar and professional style
• Self managing with organization and time management skills
• Must have good eyesight (no colorblindness) in order to spot flaws in color comparison, print set-up, etc. as bags or film come off the production line

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].