Extrusion Operator

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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. Manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates such as 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 Extrusion Operator will set up and operate extrusion lines to produce high‑quality HDPE film. The role requires adherence to JSA’s, safety procedures, SOPs, and quality controls while meeting productivity targets and minimizing downtime and waste.

• $19.25–$21.00 per hour

• 12‑hour swing shifts (5 weeks of 7 am‑7 pm and 5 weeks of 7 pm‑7 am) with every other weekend off; 2‑2‑3 schedule

• Understand and follow all JSA’s and safety procedures/policies
• Safely and efficiently set up and operate extrusion lines to produce high‑quality HDPE film
• Operate extrusion lines in accordance with job safety analysis, standard operating procedures, quality procedures, and operator training to meet or exceed productivity requirements and minimize downtime and waste
• Ensure that proper materials are being used in accordance with procedures
• Monitor roll weights to ensure the correct gauge is maintained throughout the shift
• Assure proper packaging and labeling of film
• Complete daily production reporting

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Successful completion of pre‑employment background and drug screen
• Ability to work 12‑hour day and night rotating shifts
• Work overtime as required
• Successfully completes training courses as determined by management
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation
• The commitment to stay safe and to continue to learn and develop

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well‑being, 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 My Learning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, 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.

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