Operator Specialist

Novolex; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Job summary

Novolex is seeking a Maintenance Associate in Santa Fe Springs, CA to service and repair plant equipment to OEM specs. You will work with the Plant Maintenance Supervisor and Engineering Manager to perform preventative maintenance and keep production running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, following diagrams, performing oil and lubrication cycles, and maintaining clean work areas.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalency required.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical prints/diagrams.
• Experience using common hand and power tools and performing preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain all production machines and plant facilities to OEM specs.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and hydraulic/pneumatic malfunctions; perform repairs.
• Read mechanical diagrams and ensure alignment within specifications.
• Complete oil and lubrication cycles as per manufacturer intervals.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas; document maintenance activities.
• Support equipment tooling, changeovers, and startups as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading prints/diagrams

Forklift operation

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or equivalency

Tools

Thermoforming machines

Job description

Company Overview

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.

Novolex, Where Packaging Innovation Meets Career Opportunities!

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Compensation

• Competitive starting pay range of 22.73 - 30.68 per hour, paid weekly

• Pay: Competitive starting pay rate based on experience and qualifications

• Increases: Eligible for annual wage increases

• Bonuses: Eligible for monthly bonuses based on plant productivity

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Available Shift

• 2nd Shift: 2PM to 1PM

• 3 rd Shift: 10:00 pm to 6:30 am

• Rotation Schedule (rotating days off)

Position Overview

This position is responsible for the repair of all equipment related to plant operations, services, and facilities back to OEM specifications. Incumbent works closely with the Plant Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Engineering Manager, and other maintenance team members to provide preventative maintenance to meet production goals, ensure a safe work environment, and meet customer specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs highly diversified duties to install and maintain all production machines and plant facility's mechanical equipment.

• Detects and diagnoses mechanical failures, including pneumatic and hydraulic malfunctions of equipment, repairs and replaces as necessary.

• Utilizes precision measuring tools/devices, hand tools and testing instruments to ensure equipment installation and alignment are within OEM specifications.

• The ability to read and understand mechanical prints and technical diagrams for the installation and repair of equipment

• Completes oil and lube cycles on all equipment at the manufacturers recommended intervals.

• Maintains housekeeping in areas of assigned responsibility to ensure a safe and clean work environment.

• Performs other related duties to contribute to the success of the operation as assigned, including but not limited to equipment tooling, changeovers, and equipment startups.

• Completes all documentation in Maintenance Connection including WR and PM documents.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to perform strenuous work

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions from equipment manuals.

• Ability to perform complicated maintenance repairs individually by contacting SME & without close supervision.

• Ability to establish an effective working relationship with other employees

• A strong mechanical aptitude.

• Previous electrical experience with troubleshooting capabilities.

• Knowledge of electrical repairs and duties.

• Experience in using all common hand and power tools

• Skills to service and provide general building maintenance

• Ability to operate forklift

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders for extended periods.

• Frequently required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently.

• Use of hands and arms to handle tools, operate machinery, and perform maintenance tasks with precision.

• Comfortable working in a variety of environmental conditions, including hot, cold, wet, dusty, or noisy areas.

• Visual acuity to read technical documents, safety warnings, and perform detailed inspections.

• Ability to respond to auditory signals, alarms, and verbal instructions.

Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the task.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalency

• Must have no more than 4 attendance points

• Must not have a step 2 disciplinary action within the last year

• Previous experience with Thermoforming machines preferred

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

Job Locations

US-CA-Santa Fe Springs

ID

2026-35401

Category

Manufacturing

Position Type

Full Time

Pay Type

Hourly