Lead Operator

Job Description

Novolex, Where Packaging Innovation Meets Career Opportunities!

Compensation Pay range is $20 -$28 an hour (Based on Experience)- paid weekly $1 per hour as shift differential +$2 per hour for perfect attendance per pay period Shift: Nights

• Understand and follow all JSA’s and safety procedures/policies
• Safely and efficiently set-up and operate extrusion lines to produce high quality HDPE film
• Operate extrusion lines as needed in accordance with job safety analysis, standard operating procedures, quality procedures, and operator training to meet or exceed productivity requirements and minimize downtime and waste
• Maintain proper materials usage in accordance with procedures
• Monitor roll weights to ensure the correct gauge is maintained throughout the shift
• Accurately navigate and input information in production management system
• Assure proper processing and labeling of film
• Complete daily production reporting
• Oversees the safety performance and awareness of the department
• Maintains housekeeping to expected levels
• Ensures consistent product quality for the department including, testing methods and use of process improvement tools
• Maintains accurate materials records and adequate inventory of raw materials
• Responsible for assisting and training department employees in the areas of safety, quality, production, technical knowledge, troubleshooting skills, etc.
• Must lead by example by modeling fairness, consistency, and a high level of performance coupled with an exemplary work ethic
• Operates forklift as needed
• Diagnoses and completes intermediate level repairs
• Maintains and pumps materials from Railcars to the Silo(s)

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities

• Understand and follow all JSA’s and safety procedures/policies
• Safely and efficiently set-up and operate extrusion lines to produce high quality HDPE film
• Operate extrusion lines as needed in accordance with job safety analysis, standard operating procedures, quality procedures, and operator training to meet or exceed productivity requirements and minimize downtime and waste
• Maintain proper materials usage in accordance with procedures
• Monitor roll weights to ensure the correct gauge is maintained throughout the shift
• Accurately navigate and input information in production management system
• Assure proper processing and labeling of film
• Complete daily production reporting
• Oversees the safety performance and awareness of the department
• Maintains housekeeping to expected levels
• Ensures consistent product quality for the department including, testing methods and use of process improvement tools
• Maintains accurate materials records and adequate inventory of raw materials
• Responsible for assisting and training department employees in the areas of safety, quality, production, technical knowledge, troubleshooting skills, etc.
• Must lead by example by modeling fairness, consistency, and a high level of performance coupled with an exemplary work ethic
• Operates forklift as needed
• Diagnoses and completes intermediate level repairs
• Maintains and pumps materials from Railcars to the Silo(s)

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work 12 hour day and night rotating shift
• Strong computer and math skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Word preferred
• Demonstrated mechanical/analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to work diplomatically and effectively overseeing the work of others
• Work overtime, weekends, holidays as required
• Satisfactory completion of training courses as determined by management

Physical Requirements

• Sitting (Rarely)
• 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) 20-49 lbs. (8-10 hours)
• Carrying: 0-10 lbs. (8-10 hours) 10-20 lbs. (8-10 hours) 20-49 lbs. (8-10 hours)
• Pushing (Often - 8-10 hours or more)
• Pulling, Twisting, Climbing (Often - 8-10 hours or more)
• Balancing (Regularly/Constantly)
• Stooping, Kneeling, Crawling (Often - each 1-3 hours)
• Reaching, Grasping, Repetitive Motions (Regularly/Constantly each 8-10 hours)

Company Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance
• Well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health
• Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs
• Training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning
• 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

Community Engagement

• Supports organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs
• Encourages facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 myHRservices@novolex.com .