Assistant Ballast Control Operator Jobs in Chicago, IL

Company OverviewWhy Choose Us?

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.

Job Description

Operator Associate|Manteno, IL|Hiring Immediately| 

Compensation: $25.32 an hour + ($1.00 Shift Differential)

Shift: 10:45pm-7:15am 

TEXT TO APPLY NUMBER:

• 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to follow department procedures regarding roll identification, labeling, slitter production records, and reclaim roll procedures.
• Operation of all downstream equipment, including edge trim grinders, pull roll stand, silicon coater and winder.
• Handling of OPS roll stock from the winder into the slitter and then to WIP racking systems.
• QC lab testing for OPS sheet, SPC control charting and QA/S computer skills.
• Assist in recycling scrap OPS sheet.
• Assist the Operator C (Specialist) in threading up of the entire orienteer line from the die to the slitter, including the MDO and TDO.
• Ability to interface with computer control systems and quality lab instruments and QA/S systems.

Qualifications:

• Develop a good working knowledge of the equipment, controls, safety features, and operating procedures of all repel lines to ensure safe operation. This includes but is not limited to:  Ability to monitor vital functions of repel lines; Perform a screen change on a repel line; Perform a controlled shut down; Perform an emergency shut down; Ability to monitor product.
• Perform required Lockout/Tagout Procedures
• Perform required preventative maintenance tasks
• Assist with line maintenance when possible.
• Call help chain when required
• Other tasks as assigned by management.
• Follows all Plant Safety Policies & Procedures
• Participate in safety programs
• Must be knowledgeable of SAP and Lift Truck certified in a Manufacturing/Production environment.

Company BenefitsWhat You'll Get From UsBenefits

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 myHRservices@novolex.com.

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen

Employment Type: FULL_TIME