Electrician

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging supporting multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, and aluminum. We provide customers with a broad array of stock and customized solutions across 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. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve ambitious goals through wide-ranging initiatives.

About the Role

The Maintenance Electrician will provide electrical and mechanical maintenance work to the facility and industrial machinery. The facility operates 24 hours per day, 5-6 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Work with assigned production and maintenance employees to complete troubleshooting or repairs based on maintenance work orders and inventory.
• Troubleshoot electrical, computer, mechanical, and pneumatic equipment/systems commonly used in industrial manufacturing applications.
• Understand and follow electrical code, manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications using hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment.
• Disassemble, repair/replace parts, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment, such as motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, and fans.
• Clean, lubricate, and adjust functional parts of mechanical devices as necessary.
• Perform major electrical repairs including 24VDC and 120VAC control systems, 3-phase systems up to 480V, PLCs, VFDs, AC and DC drives, instrumentation, and hydraulic/pneumatic controls.
• Work with industrial temperature control systems, including thermocouples, temperature controllers, solid-state relays, and heating elements.
• Install new equipment, replace and test electrical circuits.
• Isolate defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment using test instruments such as ammeter, ohmmeter, voltmeter, testing lamp, or megger.
• Replace faulty switches, sockets, and other elements of electrical systems.
• Remove and replace electrical transformers and lighting fixtures as needed.
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out.
• Communicate problems encountered throughout the shift to the Production Supervisor, Maintenance Lead, or Maintenance Manager.
• Operate any equipment needed to perform the job.
• Cover both mechanical and electrical equipment without support on off shifts.
• Adhere to PPE requirements in all areas of the manufacturing facility.
• Check work areas for safety hazards and take corrective action as necessary.

Requirements

• 5+ years of electrical maintenance experience with strong electrical/mechanical knowledge of industrial systems and automated technologies.
• 2-year electrical degree or similar education preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Trained in lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Must pass an electrical aptitude test.
• Must be Arc Flash certified or have the ability to become Arc Flash certified.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills; PLC troubleshooting experience and work with tension controllers are a plus.
• VFD troubleshooting and replacement experience.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to accurately observe correct paths of travel and areas for product placement.
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with teammates.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Position is regularly scheduled for an 8-hour day shift (7 AM - 3 PM, Monday - Friday). Work hours may vary based on operational and business needs.
• Position includes on-call responsibilities as needed.

Pay

Starting range of $39.54 per hour, paid bi-weekly.

Benefits

Novolex offers comprehensive and competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Well-being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health.
• Community engagement through the Focused Giving Program, supporting sustainability initiatives or addressing food and hunger needs.
• Training and development opportunities, including skills development, advanced education programs, and tuition reimbursement for non-union employees.