Maintenance Mechanic

Why Choose Us?

At Novolex, we take pride in supporting our families across the globe. Our team is rich in diversity and our entrepreneurial culture encourages continuous personal growth and teamwork. Our careers include manufacturing, engineering, procurement, supply chain, finance, HR, product development, sales, marketing and an ever-expanding array of others to support our continuing rapid growth.

We're currently looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team

• Yearly Bonus Plan
• Retention Bonus Plan
• Referral Bonus Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Full Benefit Package starting the following month after hire.
• 401(K) with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program

This position starts at $21.37 per hour and the position has a hourly range from $21.37 to $28.83.

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.

How You'll Perform the Role

The Maintenance Mechanic plans and performs work that requires thorough knowledge of mechanical and electrical or electronic principles, wiring specification codes, properties of various materials, principles of operation and the application of electrical or electronic equipment such as motors, switches, control boards, generators, circuit breakers, electronic inspection units, etc.

• Troubleshoot & Perform repairs on bag machinery and support equipment as directed by maintenance supervisor.
• Comply with all safe work procedures when performing tasks, such as but not limited to Lock Out / Tag Out, & Confined Space.
• Repair machine defects found other than scheduled when discovered.
• Report any machine defects identified during repairs that cannot be corrected to Maintenance Manager.
• Maintain proper housekeeping on the job site.
• Improve skill level either by training or on the job experience.
• Be a team player, assisting fellow mechanics or other employees requiring help.
• Work required overtime to complete repairs of down equipment.
• Strive to perform work in a timely manner, reducing machine down time to a minimum.
• Maintain a "zero defect" attitude and perform repairs once.
• Ask questions if not familiar with the repair or procedure.

* List of expected skill areas to be held or obtained, (not all are required):

• Machinist
• Pipefitter
• Electro-pneumatic troubleshooting
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Machine assembly and installation
• Welding, brazing, burning
• Part rebuilding
• Building repair, general maintenance
• Machine overhaul
• Air compressor maintenance

What We Need From You

High school diploma or G.E.D.

• 2-5 years' Experience in Equipment Maintenance / Preventative Maintenance Procedures
• Technical understanding, zeal and ability to deal with uncertainty
• Understanding of Safety procedures
• Experience with Power Tools
• Critical decision making ability
• Flexibility and adaptability and ability to focus and pay attention to detail
• Experience in Industrial Manufacturing a plus
• Ability to work 12 hour shifts, rotating days and nights monthly. 2-2-3 Schedule

What You'll 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 (including Telehealth options) 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 Novolex University. 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.

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