Packing Operations Lead — Mechanical Troubleshooter

Novolex; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Well-being resources

Tuition Reimbursement (Non-Union)

Training & Development

Job summary

Novolex in Mount Vernon, Ohio, is seeking a Former Machine Operator to lead packing operations on days (7:00am - 7:00pm) with a 2,2,3 schedule. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot production issues and ensure the line meets production goals, safety requirements, and customer specs.

You will supervise packers, coordinate staffing, train new staff, and manage labels, tickets, and materials.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, production or similar industrial environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment.
• Forklift experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and print production labels, port tickets, WIP tickets, production orders, and specification sheets for each shift.
• Coordinate staffing and assign packers to production lines based on established production standards and business needs.
• Lead, train, and develop new packers and trainers to ensure employees understand job responsibilities, quality expectations, and safety procedures.
• Coordinate meal and break schedules while maintaining appropriate production coverage.
• Maintain accurate inventory of production labels, port tickets, WIP labels, and other required production materials.
• Ensure production lines are properly prepared and ready for setup by completing line-clearance activities and verifying required materials are available.
• Provide leadership and direction to packers/loaders when production lines are down or operating at reduced capacity.
• Operate or assist with forklift operations as required
• Assist with basic equipment troubleshooting and demonstrate the ability to understand mechanical issues affecting production

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Novolex in Mount Vernon, Ohio, is seeking a Former Machine Operator to lead packing operations on days (7:00am - 7:00pm) with a 2,2,3 schedule. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot production issues and ensure the line meets production goals, safety requirements, and customer specs.

You will supervise packers, coordinate staffing, train new staff, and manage labels, tickets, and materials.