Machine Operator

Novolex; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in packaging innovation is seeking a Machine Operator in Chattanooga, TN. The role involves operating machinery, performing inspections, and maintaining safety protocols. Benefits include medical, dental, and educational support. This entry-level position offers opportunities for advancement in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Uniform shirts provided yearly

Safety shoe voucher provided yearly

Wellness rewards

Medical, dental and vision options

Paid holidays and time off

Education support

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 6+ months of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Commitment to safety and ongoing learning.

Responsibilities

• Perform production, inspection, packaging, and machine operation duties.
• Set up machinery and ensure material availability.
• Complete daily production paperwork.

Skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

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Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

• 2nd Shift 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Monday thru Friday
• Uniform shirts provided yearly
• Safety shoe voucher provided yearly
• Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
• Medical, dental and vison options
• Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves
• Financial protection benefits such as life, AD&D and disability insurance, and 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions
• Education Support (for example, tuition reimbursement, Chairman’s Scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan)
• Broad Based Employee Award Program—value sharing plan for all employees with one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!
  
  
  

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

• 2nd Shift 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Monday thru Friday
• Uniform shirts provided yearly
• Safety shoe voucher provided yearly
• Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
• Medical, dental and vison options
• Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves
• Financial protection benefits such as life, AD&D and disability insurance, and 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions
• Education Support (for example, tuition reimbursement, Chairman’s Scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan)
• Broad Based Employee Award Program—value sharing plan for all employees with one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!
  
  
  

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.

How You'll Perform The Role

• Carry out production, inspection, packaging and machine operation duties.
• Read and verify line orders/dockets.
• Set up machinery and ensure all materials are readily available.
• Effectively monitor production equipment.
• Complete daily production paperwork.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations.
  
  
  

What We Need From You

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen.
• 6+ months of manufacturing experience.
• Positive attitude in team environment.
• Ability perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
• The commitment to stay safe and to continue to learn and develop.
• Satisfactorily completes training courses as determined by management.
  
  
  

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 (including Telehealth options) 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 Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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