Machine Technician

Novolex; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $25–$28/hour

Paid lunch breaks

Job summary

Novolex in Jackson, Tennessee, is seeking a hands-on Machine Technician to supervise and optimize production lines on the 2nd and 3rd shifts.

You will ensure machines run on schedule, monitor quality, perform changeovers, train new operators, and uphold GMP and safety procedures. Starting pay is $25–$28 per hour with paid lunch breaks.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2-5 years Machine Operator experience.
• 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) to spot flaws in color comparison, print set-up, etc.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first line supervisor for Machine Operators, and Utility persons.
• Assign employees to production lines and ensure machines run on schedule and at production speed.
• Monitor bags being run and take hourly samples to inspect quality and catch defects or waste.
• Assist in machine changeovers/order changes and ensure timely completion.
• Clean and repair machines as needed.
• Enforce GMP and Food Safety Practices and PPE usage.
• Submit accurate production reports daily and timely.
• Schedule breaks and relief for employees.
• Evaluate performances and guide improvement actions.
• Train new employees or assign trainers.
• Keep work areas clean and stocked with materials.
• Refer issues to Human Resources as needed.

Skills

Effective listening

Communication skills

Reading safety rules

Time management

Attention to detail

Self management

Tools

Machine Operator

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 Technician

Jackson, TN

Compensation Includes

• Starting Pay Rate of $25 - 28/hours
• Paid lunch breaks

Available Shift

• 2nd: 3:50pm - 12:05am
• 3rd: 11:50pm - 8:05am

Responsibilities

• Serve as first line supervisor 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 Machine Operator experience
• 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

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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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