Bag Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Novolex • Brookshire, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bag Machine Operator works at Novolex’s Brookshire, Texas facility and reports to the Shift Supervisor, Adjuster, and Team Lead. The operator runs bag-making machinery, visually inspects finished products for quality, and packages and stacks bundles of bags. The role is responsible for maintaining production efficiency and quality output while following safety, quality, and good manufacturing practices. The position is listed for the second shift, 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with starting pay of $18.75 per hour plus a $1 per hour shift differential.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external customers.
• Ability to think on one's feet, work with limited supervision, and make sound decisions.
• Basic mechanical skills and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to stand for long periods and frequently lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform the described physical activities, including standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, reaching, grasping, and repetitive motions.
• Vision abilities including close, distance, peripheral, and color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Perform required tasks safely and follow established safety rules and procedures, including PPE requirements.
• Inspect bags for defects and complete required quality checks and paperwork in accordance with the Quality Policy.
• Follow quality policies and procedures and comply with good manufacturing practices.
• Change rolls, make hand splices, maneuver rolls into position, attach rolls to the machine web, and adjust paper rolls.
• Start, stop, and monitor bag machinery to maintain budgeted machine speed.
• Thread paper through the machine as needed.
• Package bags according to specifications and ensure the correct quantities are placed on the press.
• Report required machine adjustments and repairs to the Machine Tender, Adjuster, and/or Supervisor.
• Submit accurate production reports daily and on time.
• Meet management-set goals for safety, quality, production waste, and housekeeping.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Well-being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health.
• Training and development opportunities, including company and industry curricula and advanced education programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for non-union employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed