Maintenance Specialist I

Novolex; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning & development programs

Job summary

Novolex Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support production lines, diagnose faults, repair electro-mechanical issues, and implement preventative maintenance programs.

You will lead/co-operate with the Maintenance Team Leader and shift technicians, develop action plans for repeat failures, and drive line reliability, safety and ISO-compliant processes. Shifts available: days or nights, 8–10 hours.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of related maintenance experience.
• Ability to read schematics, manuals and drawings to diagnose faults.
• Read and use precision instruments like micrometers and calipers.
• Ability to train others and lead shift technicians.
• Commitment to safety programs and ISO-related processes.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faulty production equipment with minimal supervision.
• Identify spare parts and manage store room procedures.
• Maintain records and adherence to maintenance procedures.
• Lead line improvements and action plans for repeat failures.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support for the team.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Team leadership

Electrical schematics

Safety compliance

Education

High school graduate

Vocational/technical training (electro-mechanical)

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Hand tools

Machine shop equipment

ERP (SAP)

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

Compensation:$35.13 to $39.78 an hour

Shifts Available: Days, 5:20am to 5:30pm, with 3 paid breaks

Nights, 5:20pm to 5:30am, with 3 paid breaks

ROLE: Support the lines in your work group. Work with Value Stream Manager, Work Group Leaders, Process Technicians, Maintenance Technicians, Line Technicians, Set-up Technicians, etc., to improve overall line reliability and case attainment.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Diagnose faulty production and related plant equipment with the minimum amount of supervision using the provided schematics, manuals, and drawings. Be able to diagnose and repair electro-mechanical problems, troubleshoot electrical problems, have a strong understanding of preventative maintenance strategies, and be able to train others in doing these responsibilities.
• Identify faulty parts and provide proper nomenclature in the form of a requisition in order that spares or replacements can be ordered.
• Be knowledgeable of what and where spare parts are in the store room, and observe the store room withdrawal and return procedure.
• General working knowledge of machine shop equipment.
• Must be team-oriented with leadership qualities and capable of leading co-workers in assigned tasks.
• Will be expected to maintain necessary records and established maintenance procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Responsible for additional specific duties related to each shift as assigned by the Maintenance Team Leader.
• Work with and train maintenance shift technicians
• Work, train, and have open communication with all members of your work group team.
• Walk story boards though out work group and develop action plans for the resolution of repeatable failures
• Work with other members of the workgroup on action items, which will improve line efficiency, by taking the lead on line improvements, design of experiments, and projects.
• 24/7 On-call phone support for assistance/reporting to/by team
• Other duties as necessary

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

Administrative: Demonstrates ability to accurately post data from one source to another in ERP or peripheral software systems. Including but not limited to SAP, Outlook, Excel, Microsoft, etc.

Communication/Teamwork:

• Ability to communicate effectively and work closely and productively as part of a cross-functional team
• Ability to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness, honesty, trust, and teamwork
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize as needed without loss of effectiveness and composure

Safety: Demonstrates ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs, policies and procedures.

Quality: Ability to develop and maintain processes that are ISO compliant.

Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates an advanced, comprehensive knowledge of the entire process from concept to commercialization.

Operate Equipment:

• Ability to operate motorized equipment and other peripheral equipment safely and efficiently as required
• Demonstrates ability to utilize standard hand tools
• Ability to operate basic machine shop equipment

Maintenance/Repair:

• Demonstrates advanced mechanical aptitude and abilities
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of production technological methods and procedures, and capabilities of machines and equipment in manufacturing facilities

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Three to five years of experience in a related field
• High school graduate required
• Completion of a vocational or trade school curriculum from an authorized school with a concentration in electro-mechanical courses desired
• Must be able to read and use precision type instruments such as micrometers and calipers
• Speaking and presentation skills to conduct effective meetings

ADA – ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Must be able to:

• Work an 8 – 10-hour shift, standing and walking for extended periods
• Climb
• Heed safety warnings, devices and alarms
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Lift and carry products weighing up to 50 lbs
• Possess an adequate ability to do problem solving, establish cause and effect relationships in an office and/or manufacturing environment

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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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