Production Associate

Job Description

Location:

St. Charles, IL

Compensation:
Pay Range $20.53/hr – $25.66/hr + $1.00 shift differential for 2nd shift.

Shift: 2nd shift, 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Monday thru Friday.

The Off Bearer is responsible for consistently operating a zone of press machines at or above standard levels, considering waste, efficiency and utilization. Troubleshoot, identify and correct machine‑related problems, and provide innovative solutions for production challenges.

• Picks up the required lanes of cut and printed blanks from the press delivery table.
• Jog blanks and inspect for cutting or printing defects; notify operator when defects are present.
• Stack blanks on a pallet to the required height.
• Wrap full pallets with stretch wrap and place completed load tag on the pallet.
• Move full pallets of blanks to material handling staging area using manual or electric pallet jack.
• Assist with Make Ready on the press such as pulling cylinders, washing pumps, and changing gears.
• Understand how each section of the press operates.
• Perform blade changes properly.
• Assist with machine maintenance and cleaning.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills.

• Ability to lift a handful of blanks weighing between 10 and 20 pounds repeatedly.
• Frequent bending to stack blanks on pallets.
• Required to stand while performing essential duties.
• Lift and handle cutting dies and counter plates up to 200 pounds with assistance occasionally.
• Lift and carry 5‑gallon ink pails weighing 10 to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Assist in lifting cylinders up to 150 pounds using mechanical hoist occasionally.
• Assist in lifting press rollers and stripper shells up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with little to no supervision.
• Positive work attitude and willingness to cooperate.
• Team-oriented work capability.
• Noise level consistent above 85 decibels.
• Ability to work with dust from paper converting process.
• Constantly works near moving mechanical parts and lift trucks.
• Ambient temperature and humidity may be elevated during summer months.

Health, dental and vision insurance; comprehensive well‑being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Other 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, 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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