Polymer Extrusion Line Specialist

Novolex Corporate • Chattanooga, TN

5d • $17 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Ready to run a high-performance extrusion line? At Novolex, we make the food, beverage, and specialty packaging that powers restaurants, grocery, retail, and industrial markets. With expertise across resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum, and more, we deliver 120+ product categories, 250 brands, and 39,000+ SKUs — and we’re growing. Quick facts Role: Polymer Extrusion Line Specialist (Chattanooga, TN) Pay: $17.00–$21.00 per hour, paid weekly (DOE) Schedule: 2-2-3 rotation — Days 6:00 a.m.–6:15 p.m.; Nights 6:00 p.m.–6:15 a.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma preferred
• Team-oriented, yet confident working independently
• Strong communication and steady conflict-resolution skills
• Willingness for overtime and off-shift work
• Able to stand for 12-hour shifts and wear required PPE
• Dependable, on-time attendance
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check

Nice To Haves

• Plastic extrusion experience
• Thermoforming experience
• Operation of extrusion machines

Responsibilities

• Start up and shut down extruders and thermoformers
• Perform basic troubleshooting on automation and auxiliary equipment
• Keep equipment running to standard while learning and covering multiple lines
• Track production and quality via accurate, timely paperwork
• Drive continuous improvement projects that elevate safety, quality, and output
• Work with minimal supervision and escalate issues per procedure to Leads, Supervisors, Maintenance, or Quality
• Hit or surpass daily line goals without compromising safety or quality
• Pitch in to train and assist teammates
• Maintain a clean, organized work area
• Limit cell phone use to breaks or downtime to stay focused when the line is running
• Perform other duties that support team performance
• Know your PPE, follow procedures for every task, and report hazards, near misses, or injuries immediately
• Meet or exceed customer expectations in partnership with packers, Leads, Supervisors, Maintenance, and Quality

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision options, plus well-being resources (availability may vary by location)
• A culture of giving — we support sustainability and hunger-relief initiatives in the communities where we live and work
• Training that builds a career: MyLearning, company and industry curricula, a strong LMS, and tuition reimbursement (Non-Union)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees