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.

• Day Shift Availability 6am-6pm
• $500 Towards Tool Purchase after 90 days
• $150 shoe voucher at orientation to purchase steel toe shoes
• Eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days
• $1,000 Sign On Bonus

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:

The Maintenance Technician has the primary responsibility of mechanical and electrical machine service and repair on industrial equipment. This position also acts as a technical resource for all processing equipment. This position reports to the respective plant Lead Maintenance and takes direction from the Shift Supervisor in the absence of the Maintenance Lead.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:

• Perform installations and debug new equipment
• Maintain, overhaul & repair various types of equipment, systems, components, etc.
• Preventative Maintenance on all industrial machinery
• Troubleshoot and modify any/all industrial machinery
• Ability to provide concise reports using CMMS programs, and related forms.
• Assist with equipment retrofits/upgrades
• Understanding of common mechanical principles
• Understanding of electrical and electronic theory
• Designing and building fixtures
• Performs all work in accordance with established OSHA, EPA and safety regulations
• Good attendance and punctuality required
• Building maintenance & repair
• Servicing of company vehicles and forklifts
• Engineering and tool room support
• Maintain a neat and orderly maintenance shop
• Miscellaneous duties as directed by supervisor

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent required
• A minimum of 5-7 year's experience in an industrial environment required
• Understand and read electrical schematics, machinery drawings, and pneumatic or hydraulic schematics.
• Knowledge of mechanical drive components and systems. To include gearboxes, belts, bearings, pulleys, sheaves, bushings, and other common mechanical components.
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic components and systems. To include valves, cylinders, flow controls, accumulators, and other common air or fluid components.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic components and systems. To include sensors, switches, AC/DC/Servo motors, PLC systems, PLC programs, AC 480Volt, AC120Volt, DC voltage, Servo drives, AC drives, and VFD drives.
• Understand and skilled in the use of mechanical hand tools.
• Understand and skilled in the use of common electrical instruments. To include multi-meters, amp probes, thermocouple testers, temperature or pressure control testing equipment, and other various instruments required to isolate electrical malfunctions.
• Understand water systems for both chill and cooling tower water systems. To include piping, valves, and assorted fittings.
• Understand heating systems used in ovens, and extruders.
• Understand vacuum systems used in resin material flow from source to end use.
• Understand Low Pressure air systems, compressors, piping, valves, flow controls, filters, and oil separators.
• Ability to utilize a fork truck for maintenance assists requirements.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, tools, practices and procedures
• Ability to work well in a team environment & motivate others within the team
• Normal Dexterity & Weight Requirements (requires extensive walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing and lifting up to 60 pounds)
• Ability to guide and train new mechanics

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.