Industrial Reliability Technician, Injection Molding

Job Description

Job Description

Be the difference between downtime and delivery

At Novolex, our customers count on us for food, beverage, and specialty packaging that spans foodservice, delivery/carryout, processing, grocery/retail, and industrial applications. Our portfolio covers resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum, and beyond—powering 120 product categories, 250 brands, and 39,000+ SKUs. We’re advancing this impact through a sustainability vision grounded in products, operations, and people.

Your Mission

Own the health of our injection molding lines and their support systems. From proactive maintenance to fast, informed troubleshooting, you’ll safeguard safety, quality, and throughput every shift.

How You’ll Lead Reliability

• Plan and perform mold changeovers to standard.
• Isolate faults across electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems using prints, manuals, and OEM guidance.
• Remove/replace worn or defective components using hoists and hand/power tools; inspect part geometry and finish.
• Confirm dimensional requirements with rules, calipers, and micrometers; make precise adjustments.
• Execute PMs and detailed cleanings to extend asset life.
• Operate with zero compromises to OSHA, Federal, Local, and site safety policies.
• Apply utility knowledge across chillers, compressors, and related systems.
• Escalate mold/machine deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Record work performed, anomalies, and next steps to ensure continuity across teams.
• Complete assigned training to expand your capabilities.
• Support additional plant maintenance activities as needed.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent with technical training.
• 4+ years’ experience as a maintenance mechanic/technician in manufacturing.
• Forklift operating experience.
• Proficient English communication (written and verbal) and computer skills for documentation.
• Your own mechanic’s toolset.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and flexibility to work overtime, including weekends.

Skills that Set You Apart

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• High Voltage Systems
• Maintenance and Repair Skills

Technology Environment

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Siemens, Sigmatek)
• Conveyor Systems
• Servo Motors

What’s in It for YouCompetitive Pay

The reasonable pay range is $26.00 to $28.00 per hour. Actual offers reflect a blend of qualifications—skills, experience, training, certifications/licensure —and organizational needs. It’s uncommon to be hired at the top of the range; each offer considers the specific circumstances.

Benefits & Well-Being

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus programs to support mental, physical, and financial wellness. Specific benefits may vary by location.

Grow and Give Back

Expand your career with MyLearning, industry curricula, our Learning Management System, and the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union). Through our Focused Giving Program, we invest in organizations that champion sustainability and address food and hunger needs, and we encourage facility-level community involvement.

Compliance Notices

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
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• Eligible to work in the United States
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen