Catcher/Packer/Feeder

Company Overview Why Choose Us? 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. 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. Job Description Packer Feeder Monroe, Georgia Compensation Includes Starting Pay Rate of $16.50/hour Available Shift 7am - 7pm, Friday - Sunday Responsibilities Feeds unglued cartons into high-speed gluing machines Packs sleeves of glued cartons into cases; may be required to bag sleeves or place in packing trays prior to casing Inspects cartons for defects and notifies operator or supervisor when defects are found Completes quality paperwork Follows LOTO and alternative LOTO procedures Keeps work area clean Feeds a maximum of 21 lanes; if catching lines, the feeder will feed 18 and catch 1 Performs other related duties as assigned to support operational success Qualifications Grade 10 or equivalent education; up to and including 3 months of related training or experience Ability to add and subtract four-digit numbers Basic knowledge of machinery or processes required May be required to stop machines, shut off glue lines, and clear jammed cartons Must be able to read, write, and understand basic English Able to communicate effectively, interact positively with coworkers and management, and maintain professionalism under pressure Must follow well-defined guidelines with limited options for deviation and make decisions regarding product quality and acceptability Physical Demands Required to stand and walk continuously Constant lifting up to 10 lbs; occasional lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs Frequently pushes cases of cartons weighing up to 40 lbs Requires high manual dexterity; good hand-eye coordination is essential for high-speed work Constant repetitive movement of hands, fingers, and wrists Good color vision required to distinguish printed shades and colors Work Environment Constant noise levels above 85 db Dust from paper converting processes may be present Frequent exposure to machinery and forklifts Works in shared common areas without divided workspace Steel-toed footwear, safety glasses, hearing protection, hair nets, and beard nets are required in manufacturing areas May experience temperature extremes depending on outside weather conditions Company Benefits 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 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 MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization. Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com. Formerly Pactiv Evergreen