Maintenance Associate Level 1, 2, or 3

Why Choose Us

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 39000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

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.

NOW HIRING Maintenance Tech at our Manchester Road location in Kalamazoo MI!

ROLE: To provide electrical and electronics support to the manufacturing facility to maximize safety quality and production uptime.

Pay Range $22.88 - $40.02/HR based on experience

Night Shift 5:30PM - 5:30AM with 3 paid breaks.

Schedule:

Week 1: Monday(work) Tuesday (work) Wednesday (OFF) Thursday (OFF) Weekend (work)

Week 2:Monday (OFF) Tuesday (OFF) Wednesday (work) Thursday (work) Weekend (OFF)

Week 3: Monday(work) Tuesday (work) Wednesday (OFF) Thursday (OFF) Weekend (work)

Week 4: Monday (OFF) Tuesday (OFF) Wednesday (work) Thursday (work) Weekend (OFF) and so on

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Diagnose and repair faulty production and related plant equipment with the minimum amount of supervision using the provided schematics manuals and drawings. Be able to diagnose and repair electro-mechanical problems troubleshoot electrical problems and have a strong understanding of preventative maintenance strategies
Identify faulty parts and provide proper nomenclature in the form of a requisition in order that spares or replacements can be ordered
Install equipment and test run
Develop and maintain store room spare parts inventory and establish a withdraw return and re-order procedure
General working knowledge of machine shop equipment
Must be team-oriented with leadership qualities and capable of leading co-workers in assigned tasks
Will be expected to maintain necessary records and established maintenance procedures
Maintain a clean safe working environment
Assist with tooling setup and maintenance when needed
Responsible for additional specific duties related to each shift as assigned by Shift Team Leader
Other duties as necessary

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Administrative:
Demonstrates ability to accurately post data from one source to another in ERP or peripheral software systems

Communication/Teamwork:
Ability to communicate effectively and work closely and productively as part of a cross-functional team
Ability to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness honesty trust and teamwork
Ability to multi-task and prioritize as needed without loss of effectiveness and composure

Safety:
Demonstrates ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs policies and procedures

Quality:
Ability to develop and maintain processes that are ISO compliant

Technical Knowledge:
Demonstrates an advanced comprehensive knowledge of entire process from concept to commercialization

Operate Equipment:
Ability to operate motorized equipment and other peripheral equipment safely and efficiently as required
Demonstrates ability to utilize standard hand tools
Ability to operate basic machine shop equipment

Maintenance/Repair:
Demonstrates advanced mechanical aptitude and abilities
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of production technological methods and procedures and capabilities of machines and equipment in manufacturing facilities
Demonstrates the ability to perform electrical trouble shooting repair and equipment installation
Demonstrate the ability to use electrical meters to include multimeter and amp meter

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Three to five years of experience in a related field and a mechanical pretest to employment
High school graduate required
Completion of a vocational or trade school curriculum from an authorized school with a concentration in electro-mechanical courses desired
Must be able to read and use precision type instruments such as micrometers and calipers

Speaking and presentation skills to conduct effective meetings

ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Must be able to:
Work 12 hour shift standing and walking for extended periods
Climb
Heed safety warnings devices and alarms
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Lift and carry products weighing up to 50 lbs. Occasional lifts up to 75 lbs. All lifts over 75 lbs require 2-person lift or mechanical assistance
Possess an adequate ability to do problem solving and establish cause and affect relationships in an office and/or manufacturing environment

****PLEASE be sure to list your current/at least your two most recent positions on the application if you are unable to upload an up-to-date resume.

What Youll Get From Us

Benefits

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.

Community Engagement

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.

Training and Development

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 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 Companys application process should contact .

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