Machine Operator

Novolex; Town of Canandaigua (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Novolex is hiring a Machine Operator in Canandaigua, NY. The role offers hourly pay with shift differentials, a $2000 sign-on bonus, and weekly pay. Available shifts include day, swing, and overnight, with varying weekends off.

This position requires at least one year of manufacturing experience and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Novolex emphasizes safety, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• One year manufacturing experience.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail with accurate record-keeping.
• Basic math skills and ability to use calculators for production data.
• Ability to troubleshoot minor machine issues.
• Familiarity with production measurement tools (e.g., levels).
• Understanding of product quality standards.
• Able to life up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery safely and consistently at or above standard performance levels (waste, quality, efficiency, and utilization).
• Troubleshoot and adjust machine components to resolve operational issues.
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to improve production processes.
• Support and mentor less experienced team members.
• Accurately complete end-of-shift documentation, including crew time, machine time, and production quantities.
• Inspect products for defects and make necessary machine adjustments to maintain quality standards.
• Follow all housekeeping, standard work, and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills (written and verbal).

Skills

Machine operation

Troubleshooting

Quality awareness

Documentation

Team mentoring

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

Machine Operator|Canandaigua,NY|HIRING IMMEDIATELY

Compensation:

• $23.75-$25.62 per hour (with $1.50 or $2.50) shift differential *with opportunity to make more*
• *Now offering $2000 sign on bonus*
• Paid Weekly!

Available Shifts:

• 7:30AM-4:00PM (Friday, Saturday Off or Sunday, Monday Off)
• 3:30PM-12:00PM (Friday, Saturday Off or Sunday, Monday Off)
• 11:30PM-8:00AM (Friday, Saturday Off or Sunday, Monday Off)
• 7:30PM-7:30AM (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) or (Saturday, Sunday, Monday)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate machinery safely and consistently at or above standard performance levels (waste, quality, efficiency, and utilization).
• Troubleshoot and adjust machine components to resolve operational issues.
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to improve production processes.
• Support and mentor less experienced team members.
• Accurately complete end-of-shift documentation, including crew time, machine time, and production quantities.
• Inspect products for defects and make necessary machine adjustments to maintain quality standards.
• Follow all housekeeping, standard work, and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills (written and verbal).

Qualifications:

• One Year Manufacturing Experience
• Strong manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail with accurate record-keeping.
• Basic math skills and ability to use calculators for production data.
• Ability to troubleshoot minor machine issues.
• Familiarity with production measurement tools (e.g., levels).
• Understanding of product quality standards.
• Able to life up to 50 lbs

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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].

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