Packaging Associate - Straws

Job Description

Packaging Associate shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (days)

Compensation:

• Competitive starting pay rate $18.74 - $19.82

Physical Requirements and

Qualifications:

• Stand approximately 10 hours and 50 minutes of a 12‑hour shift (70 minutes break).
• Reaching, handling, fingering, and feeling constantly present while performing job duties.
• Frequently turning body from 0 to a maximum of 180 degrees.
• Good eyesight essential for constant inspection of product; vision corrected with glasses or contact lenses acceptable.
• Frequent walking required; distance can exceed 50 feet.
• Bending frequently when making boxes (½ shift).
• Occasional balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or talking may be required.
• Lifting up to 40 pounds (empty to full boxes); items include product, boxes (empty and full), plastic liner bags, tape, cleaning supplies, etc.
• Pushing and pulling occasionally; items moved include boxes, stands, product, regrind, inspection tables, etc.
• Controls required include hands/arms (both) and feet/legs (both).
• Environment includes inside work 100%, teamwork 100%, can be near or close to others, can be in excess of 95+ degrees during summer months.
• Vibration can occasionally be present from running machines.
• Noisy environment (noise levels 85 dB+ depending on work area).
• There is a mild plastic smell at times.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required: safety glasses, hearing protection, proper safety shoes, gloves, and a bump cap.
• GMP requirements include hair nets, beard nets, and routine hand washing.
• High‑visibility vest required in specific areas.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good verbal & interpersonal communication skills; ability to work well in groups; handle conflict maturely.
• Flexibility to work overtime and off shifts as needed.
• Must be able to stand for 10‑12 hours.
• Must be able to wear required PPE to enter the plant/complete tasks.
• Regular and timely attendance expected to avoid disruption.
• Must pass drug screen and background check.

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well‑being, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance and other resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits may vary by location.

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, 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