Packaging Associate

Job Description Operator Associate|Frankfort, Illinois|Now Hiring Compensation: $19.73 to $ 22.04 an hour Sign On Bonus $1,000.00 Available Shifts: 1st: 7:00am-3:00pm 2nd: 3:00pm to 11:00pm *$1.50 Shift differential 3rd Shift: 11:00 pm to 7:00 am *$2.00 Shift differential TEXT TO APPLY NUMBER: 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Consistently and safely operates machines at or above standard levels of operation including waste, quality, efficiency and utilization Troubleshoot, identify and correct machine related problems through proper adjustments to various parts of the machine Provide innovative solutions for production issues Provides support and guidance to less experienced personnel Completes appropriate end of shift paperwork, accounting for crewing time, machine time, and production quantities Able to inspect and recognize defective product and make machine adjustments to correct cause of defects Observes all housekeeping, standard work and safety guidelines Mechanical aptitude, demonstrated problem solving skills and effective communication skills – written and verbal are required Operate in a safe manner extrusion equipment in our manufacturing/production environment. Qualifications: Manual Dexterity Excellent communication skills Detailed record keeping per the prescribed frequency Hand/eye coordination Analytical skills Math Skills (calculators to determine and record production data) Basic troubleshooting skills to resolve minor machine issues relating to its operation Understanding of production measurement tools such as level, etc. Knowledge of product quality standards Principles of Extrusion machines Education and/or Experience: Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, highly preferred Ability to work with others effectively as a part of a team is essential Ability to follow standard work instructions is required Physical Demand/Effort: Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and clothing, when required, such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat/bump cap, hair/beard net and gloves Ability to stand, walk, twist, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, bend throughout the duration of the scheduled shift Prolonged standing while performing the duties of the job Job requires high level of manual dexterity with repetitive use of hands, shoulders, elbows, hips, knees, and ankles 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 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. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr