Lead Operator

Novolex • Roanoke, TX

11d • $22 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

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 39,000 SKUs.

Under the general direction of the Extrusion Manager and designated Shift Supervisor, this position is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations to ensure the safe and efficient utilization of manpower, machinery and materials to produce quality HDPE film. This position has multiple levels with advancement based on demonstrated Operator knowledge and ability/department developed criteria.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work 12 hour day and night rotating shift
• Strong computer and math skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Word preferred
• Demonstrated mechanical/analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to work diplomatically and effectively overseeing the work of others
• Work overtime, weekends, holidays as required
• Satisfactorily complete training courses as determined by management

Responsibilities

• 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 as needed 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
• Accurately navigates and inputs information in production management system
• Assure proper processing and labeling of film
• Complete daily production reporting
• Oversees the safety performance and awareness of the department
• Maintains housekeeping to expected levels
• Ensures consistent product quality for the department including, testing methods and use of process improvement tools
• Maintains accurate materials records and adequate inventory of raw materials
• Responsible for assisting and training department employees in the areas of safety, quality, production, technical knowledge, troubleshooting skills, etc.
• Must lead by example by modeling fairness, consistency, and a high level of performance coupled with an exemplary work ethic
• Operates forklift as needed
• Diagnoses and completes intermediate level repairs
• Maintains and Pump materials from Railcars to the Silo(s)
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health
• Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED