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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.

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.

Maintenance Associate II| Hiring Immediately | Conyers, Georgia 

Compensation:

• Competitive starting pay range of $30.60-$34.42 per hour, paid weekly (Based on experience)

Available Shift: 

• 12-hour
• 2/2/3
• 1st Shift
• 07:00 AM-07:00 PM

TEXT TO APPLY NUMBER:

• 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX)

Position Overview:

The Maintenance Associate supports the plant through completing preventative and reactive maintenance. Candidate must have general pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical knowledge that allows a comprehensive and thorough understanding of these processes. Strong manufacturing background with demonstrated mechanical aptitude and process troubleshooting skills required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform various activities on equipment and machines including reassembly after the completion of repair/maintenance work.
• Demonstrate the ability to start up plant (generator, air compressor, cooling tower, and chiller), normal plant shutdown, and emergency plant shut down.
• Maintains working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Start, inspect, and test machines to observe mechanical operation and determine efficiency.
• Mark defective areas and advise supervisors of repair needs.
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment. Display competency in the proper operation of maintenance equipment (drill press and power tools).
• Possess and maintain required hand tools necessary for job.
• Lubricate or apply other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment, according to specified procedures.
• Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
• Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
• Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair using hand tools.
• Must be proficient in all Maintenance Associate I tasks in accordance with paid for skills workbook.

Skills and Competencies: 

• Qualified candidates require a minimum two years’ experience in a manufacturing environment and/or certification in industrial mechanics.
• Able to operate forklift and high-lift equipment, welding experience desired.
• High degree of mechanical ability and aptitude with proven ability to troubleshoot and perform repairs on electro-mechanical equipment.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with little to no supervision.

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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.

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.

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