Maintenance Technician I

Novolex; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Learning Management System

Job summary

Novolex in Kinston, NC seeks a Maintenance Specialist I to perform repair, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on thermoforming machinery and related equipment. The role requires reading blueprints, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic skills, and basic fabrication capabilities.

The position offers a 3rd shift (12:00am–8:00am), Monday–Friday with some Saturdays, and starting pay of $28.30–$30.91 per hour, paid weekly. Prior manufacturing maintenance experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years experience in maintenance, preferably in manufacturing.
• Must be able to read blueprints with comprehension and perform math functions.
• Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; welding and fabrication.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Knowledge of basic controls, VFDs, PLC and PC.
• Experience using common hand and power tools.
• Ability to perform general building maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform all preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment as required.
• Rebuild machine parts and install as needed.
• Set up and install new equipment.
• Ensure equipment operates safely during shifts.
• Read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic blueprints and sketches.
• Read and use measurement tools (ruler, micrometer, calipers).
• Follow lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas.
• Apply broad mechanical knowledge to keep operations efficient.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Welding

Fabrication

Math skills

Tools handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

VFDs

PLC

Calipers/Micrometer

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Lathe

Milling machine

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

Maintenance Specialist I

Kinston, NC

Compensation Includes

• Starting Pay Rate of $28.30 - 30.91/hourdepending on experience - paid weekly

Available Shift

• 3rd: 12:00am - 8:00am
• Monday - Friday with some Saturdays as needed

Overview

The Mechanic is responsible for the repair, troubleshooting and servicing of all equipment. The specific duties are to include but are not limited to the repair and preventive maintenance of thermoforming machines and all auxiliary equipment related the department. This includes all electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic areas of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform all preventative maintenance on machinery and auxiliary equipment as required and as delegated by Manager
• Rebuild all machine parts as necessary and installs as needed
• Perform prep work, set up and installation of new equipment
• Ensure all equipment and machinery is operating properly during his her shift
• Must be able to read and understand electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic blueprints and sketches
• Must be to read and use the following tools: ruler, micrometer, calipers, and assorted hand tools
• Must be able to read with comprehension, repair manuals for machinery
• Perform designs, fabrications, weld and burn with torch as needed
• Need some basic lathe and milling machine experience
• Ensure that proper lock-out / tag-out procedures are adhered to while performing work on machines or equipment
• Assure all areas around equipment are safe and keep work area clean and organized at all times
• Must have overall mechanical knowledge in all facets of manufacturing operations and equipment to ensure operations run efficiently and smoothly

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years experience in maintenance, preferably in manufacturing
• Must be able to read (blueprints) with comprehension and application and, perform math functions
• Must be knowledgeable in electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, blueprint reading (mechanical/electrical), understanding of welding and fabrication
• Previous electrical experience with troubleshooting capabilities
• Must be knowledge on basic controls, VFDs, PLC and PC
• Knowledge of electrical repairs and duties
• Experience in using all common hand and power tools
• Skills to service and provide general building maintenance

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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].

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen