Operator Associate I

About the role

The Operator Associate position at Novolex, located in Macon, Georgia, is currently hiring immediately. The role offers competitive starting pay ranging from $22.03 to $28.15 per hour, paid weekly. The shift is rotating 12-hours, covering shifts from 07:00 AM - 07:00 PM and 07:00 PM - 07:00 AM.

Responsibilities

• Hot Press Operator: Follows safety, quality, and production procedures; ensures continuous operation of the mechanical hot press; restores flow if issues arise; troubleshoots and communicates issues; identifies and removes defective cartons; responds to alarms; assists in feeding cartons; maintains housekeeping standards; addresses safety issues; maintains safety record; maintains attendance record; performs other duties as assigned.
• Printer Operator: Follows safety, quality, and production procedures; verifies carton accuracy; communicates quality defects; assists in wiping down plates; assists in picking up cartons; maintains housekeeping standards; wraps completed bundles; verifies paperwork; maintains safety record; maintains attendance record; performs other duties as assigned.
• Oven Attendant: Follows procedures; empties run out stackers; collects scrap; responds to oven jams; checks product alignment; reduces scrap levels; assists with emptying scrap bins; maintains communication; addresses safety issues; maintains safety record; maintains attendance record; performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment, including successful completion of jobs or similar activities.
• Demonstrated self-compliance with company policies and procedures.

Skills

• Ability to work safely and communicate professionally.
• Ability to determine product quality, such as carton malformations, color verification, and structural integrity.
• Hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity for product handling.
• Teamwork skills.
• Standing for lengthy periods (frequent).
• Sitting for extended periods (frequent).
• Climbing up/down stairs/ladders/platforms (occasional).
• Working in a manufacturing environment that includes periods of hot and cold weather, dust, noise above 85 dBA, occasional odors, and moving equipment (frequent).
• Physical ability to perform essential job duties.
• Able to work a rotating 12-hour schedule.
• Able to work overtime as required.

Benefits

Novolex offers comprehensive and competitive benefits, including 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 location.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, community engagement is important. The Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations promoting sustainability initiatives or addressing food and hunger needs. Additionally, facility-level support for activities in the communities where employees live and work is encouraged.

Training and Development

We offer continuous opportunities for advancement through various training and development programs, including company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that enhances employee skills at all organizational levels.