Set-Up Mechanic

Novolex; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Novolex in Conyers, GA is hiring a Set-up Mechanic for 1st shift on a 2/2/3 schedule with 12-hour shifts. Responsibilities include line set-ups, mold/tool changes, troubleshooting, and PMs to maintain throughput.

The role requires high‑precision machining experience, strong tool handling skills, and the ability to work overtime as needed. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all mechanical changeovers, line set-ups, mold/tool changes, guide bar replacement, and adjustments.

Skills

Machinist experience

Precision measurement

Tool setup

Electrical/mechanical knowledge

Team player

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cranes

Forklifts

Computer literacy

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's 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

Novolex, Where Packaging Innovation Meets Career Opportunities!

Set-up Mechanic|Conyers, Georgia| Hiring Immediately

Compensation

• Competitive starting pay range of $25.58-$36.30 per hour, paid weekly - Based on Experience

Available Shift

• 1st Shift -


• 12 hours


• 6:55 AM - 7:00 PM


• 2/2/3 schedule

Position Overview

Conduct all mechanical changeovers, including line set‑ups, mold and trim tool changes, guide bar replacement, pick adjustments, and control system adjustments. Also, troubleshoot all machine malfunctions and make appropriate adjustments to related equipment to ensure a quality product is produced at published throughput rates. Assist with weekly, monthly, and quarterly PMs. (PMs consist of rebuilds of components on trim press, formers, printers, grinders, tooling, and automation equipment, etc.). This position requires flexibility to work overtime, be on call, and to adjust hours/shifts/teams as necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for making effective changeovers (major and minor)


• Assembles, cleans, repairs as needed, and reassembles tooling in accordance with prescribed tooling maintenance requirements, as well as when needed due to component failure


• Perform all mold changes, including the disconnection, removal, and relocation of molds and the installation, reconnection, and setup of molds through to production function


• Manages storage and organization of tooling to ensure readiness


• Support changeover time reduction efforts


• Maintains tool cleaning systems to include cleaning the tank (changing filters, changing solution, and cleaning the tank itself)


• Support and perform mold PM schedules, as assigned


• Periodically clean and inspect molds


• Assist in documentation and record the history of the specific molds


• Skilled in using precision measurement and setup devices


• Identify modifications or upgrades to address downtime issues


• Assists in some daily routine, such as mold cleaning and set‑up in the shop


• Assists or performs mold changes when needed.


• Trains and oversees associates to ensure changeovers and machine set‑up integrity is maintained


• Self-directed with the ability to work with minimal supervision


• Results-focused with a strong desire to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities


• Ensures work areas are clean and organized in line with safety and work efficiency objectives


• Specification and procurement of spare parts


• Assist in process technician responsibilities as assigned


• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Skilled Machinist experience in a high precision machine shop/manufacturing environment preferred


• Computer literacy in Desktop Applications to include data collection and manipulation


• Ability to execute close tolerance fabrication, component assembly, and machine set‑up


• Skilled in using precision measurement and setup devices


• Competent in working with computerized machine controls and interfaces.


• Highly organized, problem solver, able to handle multiple tasks, self‑motivated with a strong sense of accountability.


• Must have good written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with people at all levels within the organization.


• Able to act and show best work practice, understand work design, and respond to issues without specific instructions


• Self-directed with ability to work with minimal supervision


• Results-focused with a strong desire to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities


• Assist in process technician responsibilities as assigned


• Must be a Team player


• Hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and/or general maintenance knowledge preferred


• Injection molding and/or plastics industry experience preferred


• Experience operating cranes, forklifts, and handling heavy molds preferred

Education and/or Experience Requirements (Qualifications)

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required

Physical Requirements/ Environmental/ Working Conditions

• Must be able to constantly stand, walk, use hands, and arms


• Must be able to occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch


• Frequently required lifting and/or moving up to 70 pounds


• Frequently required pushing or pulling items using force up to 95 pounds.


• Must be able to frequently climb 10-40 steps and occasionally climb 5-10 ladder rungs.


• Able to work in differing temperatures.


• Must be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts and overtime as required.

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].