Operator Associate
About The Position
Novolex is hiring an Operator Associate in Greensboro, North Carolina. The role operates production machines safely and consistently, meeting or exceeding standards for waste, quality, efficiency, and utilization. The associate troubleshoots machine-related issues, makes appropriate adjustments, identifies defective products, and helps correct the causes of defects. The position also supports production problem-solving, guides less experienced personnel, and completes end-of-shift records covering crew time, machine time, and production quantities. The role follows a rotating 2x3x2 schedule, alternating every 10 weeks between 7 a.m.–7 p.m. and 7 p.m.–7 a.m. Compensation is $17.71–$22.38 per hour. Novolex offers medical, dental, and vision insurance and other well-being resources, which may vary by work location. Training and development opportunities are available, including skills development, advanced education programs, and tuition reimbursement for non-union employees.
Requirements
- Manual dexterity.
- Excellent communication skills, including written and verbal communication.
- Detailed record keeping at the prescribed frequency.
- Hand-eye coordination.
- Analytical skills.
- Math skills, including using calculators to determine and record production data.
- Basic troubleshooting skills to resolve minor machine-operation issues.
- Understanding of production measurement tools such as levels.
- Knowledge of product quality standards.
- Mechanical aptitude and demonstrated problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of thermoforming machine principles.
Responsibilities
- Operate machines safely and consistently at or above standards for waste, quality, efficiency, and utilization.
- Troubleshoot machine-related problems and correct them through appropriate adjustments.
- Provide innovative solutions to production issues.
- Support and guide less experienced personnel.
- Complete end-of-shift paperwork documenting crewing time, machine time, and production quantities.
- Inspect products, recognize defects, and adjust machines to correct the causes of defects.
- Follow housekeeping, standard work, and safety guidelines.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Well-being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health
- Training and development programs and courses
- Tuition reimbursement for non-union employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
