Una Dyn Associate Level 1

Novolex; West Virginia; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Monthly bonus

Annual wage increases

Skill-based raises

Job summary

Novolex is hiring for an Una Dyn Operator Associate in Mineral Wells, West Virginia. The role involves unloading resin, operating blend stations, and ensuring accurate process records, with 2x2x3 shift rotations and a starting pay of $17.39 per hour plus a $1 night differential.

Weekly pay and monthly bonuses are available. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, forklift and scissor lift certification (or ability to obtain), and prior manufacturing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Forklift and scissor lift certification required (or ability to obtain certification).
• Experience in a manufacturing or plastics processing environment is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Unload, receive, and handle bulk resin materials.
• Operate and maintain blend stations, crystallizers, dryers, and material handling systems.
• Record production processes, blends, and silo weights.
• Monitor silo weights to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Clean and change filters, dust pans, and equipment components.
• Operate forklifts and scissor lifts (certification required).
• Assist Extruder Operators with material supply and production support.
• Prepare extruded sheet rolls for shipment with proper labeling and packaging.
• Package thermoformed products per quality and shipping standards.
• Rework rejected thermoformed products and recycle scrap.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment per safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift certification

Scissor lift certification

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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

Una Dyn Operator Associate | Mineral Wells, West Virginia | Now Hiring

Compensation

• Starting pay rate from $17.39 per hour -Paid Weekly- plus $1 shift differential for nights
• Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases
• Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity*

Available Shift

• 6:00am-6:00pm 2x2x3
• 6:00pm-6:00am 2x2x3

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Safely unload, receive, and handle bulk loads of raw resin materials.
• Operate and maintain blend stations, crystallizers, dryers, and associated material handling systems.
• Accurately record production processes, material blends, and silo weights.
• Monitor and maintain proper silo weight levels to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Clean and change filters, dust pans, and other equipment components as required.
• Operate forklifts and scissor lifts (certification required).
• Assist Extruder Operators with material supply and production support.
• Prepare extruded sheet rolls for shipment, ensuring proper labeling and packaging.
• Package thermoformed products according to quality and shipping standards.
• Rework rejected thermoformed products and grind scrap sheet and rejected parts for recycling.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Forklift and scissor lift certification required (or ability to obtain certification).
• Experience in a manufacturing or plastics processing environment is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Company 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