Line Mechanic

Line Mechanic Lead

Alsip, IL

Compensation Includes

• Starting pay rate of $30 once in adjuster role - Paid weekly
• Additional $1/hour shift differential pay for night shift
• New hire bonus: $250 (paid at 60 days), $250 (paid at 90 days) and $250 (paid at 6 months)

Available Shifts

• Days: 5am-5pm
• Nights: 5pm-5am

Responsibilities

• Provide production support for the entire duration of the shift
• Monitor/maintain and cover 2-3 production lines during shift
• Troubleshoot and correct jams, misfeeds, timing issues, poor seals, and handling problems
• Supports machine setup, order changes and operations
• Coach and guide machine operator functions for consistent uptime and eliminate downtime
• Conducts preventative maintenance supports with cross functional teams
• Set up equipment for product, size, print, and material changes
• Adjust guides, rails, belts, sensors, timing, tension, and registration
• Perform rebuilds on reusable parts such as: glue nozzles, splash guards drum finger assembly etc.
• Submit accurate production reports daily and in a timely manner
• Comply with and enforce all safety policies and procedures, i.e.: proper PPE usage, machine guarding, LOTO etc. are following strictly
• Ensure adherence to all quality practices and standards
• Follow and enforce all GMP's and SQF requirements
• Support and recommend improvement strategies relating to safety, production output, and quality
• Monitor product being run, making sure hourly samples are taken in order to inspect quality and catch any defects and unnecessary waste
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management, including food safety

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Complete Level 1 and Level 2 Machine Operator on-site as a Junior Machine Adjuster to move into Adjuster Supervisor Role
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• 2-5 years food/corrugated packaging machine experience preferred
• Effective listening, speaking & writing ability in person and on the phone
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and quality instructions, and procedural manuals
• Ability to complete routine reports and records and write clearly and concisely, using good grammar and professional style
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
• Self managing with organization and time management skills
• Must have good eyesight (no colorblindness) in order to spot flaws in color comparison, print set-up, etc. as bags or film come off the production line

Company Benefits

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.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include 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.

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.

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen