Manufacturing Equipment Lube Technician

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including food service, 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.

Position Summary

The Industrial Machine Degreaser is responsible for cleaning, degreasing, and maintaining manufacturing equipment, production machinery, and work areas to support safe and efficient operations. This entry-level position requires attention to detail, adherence to safety procedures, specifically LOTO, and the ability to work in an industrial environment using cleaning chemicals and hand tools.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean production equipment, machinery, and manufacturing lines according to established procedures.
• Remove grease, dirt, oil, plastic pellets/dust, and debris from industrial equipment and facility surfaces.
• Use approved cleaning agents, degreasers, pressure washers, dry ice machine, scrapers, brushes, and other cleaning tools.
• Assist maintenance personnel by preparing equipment for inspection, repair, or preventative maintenance activities.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and other safety procedures when cleaning equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of production floors, maintenance areas, and utility spaces.
• Properly collect, contain, and dispose of waste materials in accordance with company and environmental requirements.
• Inspect equipment for obvious signs of damage, leaks, or wear and report findings to maintenance supervision.
• Restock cleaning supplies and maintain organization of cleaning equipment and storage areas.
• Support plant housekeeping initiatives and help maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work safely around industrial machinery and equipment.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Preferred

• Previous experience in industrial cleaning, manufacturing, janitorial services, maintenance support, or production operations.
• Familiarity with industrial cleaning chemicals and degreasers.
• Experience operating pressure washers, dry ice machines or similar cleaning equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach throughout the shift.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, wet, dusty, and noisy manufacturing environments.
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear.
• Ability to climb ladders and work around elevated platforms when required.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing and industrial facility environment.
• Exposure to oils, lubricants, cleaning chemicals, and machinery.
• Requires strict adherence to safety policies and use of PPE at all times.

Key Success Factors

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety.
• Dependability and teamwork.
• Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization.

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…