Machine TechnicianJackson, TNCompensation IncludesStarting Pay Rate of $25 - 28/hoursPaid lunch breaksAvailable Shift2nd: 3:50pm - 12:05am3rd: 11:50pm - 8:05amResponsibilitiesServe as first line supervisor for Machine Operators, and Utility personsAssign employees to production lines and make sure all machines are running on schedule and at production speedMonitor bags being run, making sure hourly samples are taken in order to inspect quality and catch any defects and unnecessary wasteAssist in machine changeovers/order changes and ensure they are completed in a timely mannerClean and repair machines as neededMake sure work in area is done in a safe manner and employees are following all safety procedures, i.e. PPE, guards, ZES, shirt tails, etc.Submit accurate production reports daily and timelyMake sure employees take breaks, and schedule relief as neededEvaluate employees' performances, and administer counseling and/or disciplinary action, improvement plans and making sure that recurring problems are brought to the attention of Shift Supervisor or Department ManagerTrain new employees or assign them to others to trainKeep workers supplied with necessary materialsMake sure employees keep their work areas cleanRefer employees to Human Resources for complaints and/or first step grievances or other issues as they ariseFollow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety PracticesOther miscellaneous duties as assigned by management, including food safetyQualifications5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment2-5 years Machine Operator experienceEffective listening, speaking & writing ability in person and on the phoneAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and quality instructions, and procedural manualsAbility to complete routine reports and recordsAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divideAbility to write clearly and concisely, using good grammar and professional styleSelf managing with organization and time management skillsMust 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#INDQSRCompany BenefitsWhat You'll Get From UsWith 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 EngagementAt 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 DevelopmentWe 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 Pactiv Evergreen