Bag Machine Operator

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

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.

Position Summary:

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    Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:

    
    
    
    
    • Setup and operate bag machine(s) and support equipment to convert HDPE film to bags
    • Read and verify line orders/dockets.
    • Understand printing job requirements by the specifications.
    • Set up the bag line by loading film and adjusting for size.
    • Mount cylinders, adjusts pressure, tensions and adjusts distribution of ink.
    • Trouble shoot stoppages and breakdowns.
    • Perform quality checks of material being produced and related documentation.
    • Complete daily production paperwork.
    • Maintain a clean and safe work area
    
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

  The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

  
  

Candidate Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen.
• Ability to work 12 hour day and night rotating shift.
• Work overtime as required.
• Satisfactorily completes training courses as determined by management.
• Ability perform the essential functions of the job with our without accommodation.

Physical Requirements:

Requirements include, but are not limited to (all times are approximate):

• Sitting (1-2 hours)
• Standing (Constantly - 12 hours or more)
• Walking (Constantly 12 hours or more)
• Lifting (Regularly/Constantly):




• 0-10 lbs. (8-10 hours)
• 10-20 lbs. (8-10 hours)
• 20-50 lbs. (8-10 hours)
• 50-100 lbs. (8-10 hours)
• 100 lbs. or more (never)




• Carrying (Regularly/Constantly):

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 (including Telehealth options) 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 Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

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