Senior Machine Operator

Novolex; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Training & development

Job summary

Novolex in Florence, KY is hiring a Senior Machine Operator to ensure machines run at required speeds, switch papers, glues, inks, and unjam equipment. You will train and retrain Bag Catchers, Collator Tenders and Machine Tenders as needed, maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires 3–5 years factory experience (or 6 months to 1 year in related roles), plus ability to read rulers and use hand tools. Competitive benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience is needed.
• 3–5 years of factory experience preferred; 6 months to 1 year as Bag Catcher or Machine Tender.
• Must pass Bennett Mechanical Test.
• Must have basic reading, math and communication skills.
• Must have ability to make adjustments and minor repairs, with good working knowledge of machinery.
• Must be able to correctly read a ruler and use various hand tools/industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Continuously perform all required tasks in a safe manner, adhering to all established safety rules and procedures. Must take immediate action to correct and/or report any unsafe conditions and hazards
• Utilize lockout/tagout as required, following established policy; ensure guarding is in place at all times
• Keep work area clean and organized, per standards
• Ensure that bags and print are being produced according to our quality requirements and specifications
• Follow all applicable food service policies and procedures
• Follow all PPE policies, wearing steel toed shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, hair nets/beard nets, etc. as required
• Make sure machinery is running properly and safely, meeting all production goals set by management
• Guide employees in working area
• Adjust and make sure machines are repaired as instructed by Adjuster Supervisor
• Set up one, two, three or four color prints
• Change rolls and thread machinery as needed
• Start machinery
• Make grocery print changes and merchandise complete print and size changes as needed
• Must be able to legibly fill out all reports
• Catch bags on a relief basis, and/or as determined by management
• Must be able to assist in training and retraining of new employees, and Bag Catchers, Collator Tenders and Machine Tenders
• Make sure all waste is kept to a minimum and meets standards set forth by management
• Meet/achieve safety, quality, production, waste and housekeeping goals set forth by management

Skills

Reading

Math

Communication

Machinery adjustments

Ruler reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Industrial equipment

Job description

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

Senior Machine Operator

Florence, KY

Compensation Includes

• Starting pay rate $24.14/hour

Overview

Ensure machine is operating at required speed, producing quality product with minimal waste. Will change paper, glues, inks, as well as unjam machines as necessary. Will assist Adjuster Supervisor with training and retraining of Bag Catchers, Collator Tenders and Machine Tenders.

Responsibilities

• Continuously perform all required tasks in a safe manner, adhering to all established safety rules and procedures. Must take immediate action to correct and/or report any unsafe conditions and hazards
• Utilize lockout/tagout as required, following established policy; ensure guarding is in place at all times
• Keep work area clean and organized, per standards
• Ensure that bags and print are being produced according to our quality requirements and specifications
• Follow all applicable food service policies and procedures
• Follow all PPE policies, wearing steel toed shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, hair nets/beard nets, etc. as required
• Make sure machinery is running properly and safely, meeting all production goals set by management
• Guide employees in working area
• Adjust and make sure machines are repaired as instructed by Adjuster Supervisor
• Set up one, two, three or four color prints
• Change rolls and thread machinery as needed
• Start machinery
• Make grocery print changes and merchandise complete print and size changes as needed
• Must be able to legibly fill out all reports
• Catch bags on a relief basis, and/or as determined by management
• Must be able to assist in training and retraining of new employees, and Bag Catchers, Collator Tenders and Machine Tenders
• Make sure all waste is kept to a minimum and meets standards set forth by management
• Meet/achieve safety, quality, production, waste and housekeeping goals set forth by management

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience is needed
• Three to five years of factory experience is preferred, or six months to one year experience as a Bag Catcher or Machine Tender
• Must pass Bennett Mechanical Test
• Must have basic reading, math and communication skills
• Must have ability to make adjustments and minor repairs, with good working knowledge of machinery
• Must be able to correctly read a ruler and use various hand tools/industrial equipment

Physical Requirements

• Lifting; a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Carrying; a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Pulling; 2 hours
• Pushing; 2 hours
• Reaching above shoulder
• Use of fingers
• Walking; 12 hours, excluding breaks
• Standing; 12 hours, excluding breaks
• Kneeling; 2 hours
• Bending; 2 hours
• Climbing; 2 hours
• Visual ability
• Depth perception
• Ability to distinguish color
• Hearing ability

Company Benefits

What You'll Get From Us

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