Lead Packline Operator - Day Shift, $23.13/hr + Training

Novolex; Vernon, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Training & development

Job summary

Novolex is hiring a Former Machine Operator in Mt. Vernon, OH. The role leads day-to-day packing operations to meet production goals, quality, safety, and customer specs. Requires mechanical aptitude and forklift handling; offers a 7:00am–7:00pm days schedule (2,2,3).

The position involves supervising packers, coordinating staffing, and troubleshooting equipment to keep lines running efficiently. Training opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, packing, or similar industrial environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify, troubleshoot, and communicate basic equipment issues.
• Forklift experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and print production labels, port tickets, WIP tickets, production orders, and specification sheets for each shift.
• Coordinate staffing and assign packers to production lines based on established production standards and business needs.
• Lead, train, and develop new packers and trainers to ensure employees understand job responsibilities, quality expectations, and safety procedures.
• Coordinate meal and break schedules while maintaining appropriate production coverage.
• Maintain accurate inventory of production labels, port tickets, WIP labels, and other required production materials.
• Ensure production lines are properly prepared and ready for setup by completing line-clearance activities and verifying required materials are available.
• Provide leadership and direction to packers/loaders when production lines are down or operating at reduced capacity.
• Operate or assist with forklift operations as required.
• Assist with basic equipment troubleshooting and demonstrate the ability to understand mechanical issues affecting production.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift experience

Job description

Novolex is hiring a Former Machine Operator in Mt. Vernon, OH. The role leads day-to-day packing operations to meet production goals, quality, safety, and customer specs. Requires mechanical aptitude and forklift handling; offers a 7:00am–7:00pm days schedule (2,2,3).

The position involves supervising packers, coordinating staffing, and troubleshooting equipment to keep lines running efficiently. Training opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.