Senior Machine Operator

Novolex; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 27,435 - 39,074; Full time

Job summary

Novolex is looking for a Senior Machine Operator in Florence, KY. The role involves ensuring machine efficiency while producing quality products and training new team members. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in a factory environment.

With a pay rate starting at $24.14/hour, successful applicants must pass mechanical tests and demonstrate the ability to handle physical tasks effectively.

Qualifications

• Must pass Bennett Mechanical Test.
• Three to five years of factory experience preferred.
• Must be able to correctly read a ruler.

Responsibilities

• Ensure machine is operating at required speed.
• Change paper, glues, and inks as needed.
• Assist Adjuster Supervisor in training new hires.

Skills

Basic reading, math and communication skills

Ability to make adjustments and minor repairs

Good working knowledge of machinery

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience

Tools

Various hand tools/industrial equipment

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

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].