Packer

About the role

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 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. 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. Safely and effectively packs finished goods and prepares product for shipment. Located in Chattanooga, TN.

Responsibilities

• Provides support for the operations team by working safely to feed material into machines, inspect product for defects, and pack finished goods in the correct configuration.
• Performs quality checks and ensures correct counts on various product sizes and packs items into the appropriate packaging.
• Makes minor machine adjustments to minimize interruptions and maintain product quality.
• Replaces adhesive tape in hand tapers and automatic sealing machinery.
• Ensures that any finished goods or work-in-progress identification labels are present and properly placed.
• Stacks finished product in the correct configuration, ready for transportation.
• Maintains good housekeeping and ensures areas of responsibility are safe, clean, and tidy.
• Promptly informs supervisor of any issues concerning health and safety, hygiene, quality, or efficiency.
• Follows all company-established rules and policies, adhering to all safety regulations.
• Completes paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team is essential.
• Ability to