Assistant Machine Operator

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 CommitmentThe 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.Assistant Cups OperatorSt. Charles, ILCompensation:Pay Range $21.04/hr - $26.31/hr + $1.00 shift differential for 2nd shift and $1.50 shift differential for 3rd shiftAvailable Shifts:2nd: 3pm-11pm - must be open to working every other Saturday3rd: 11pm - 7am - must be open to working every other SaturdayResponsibilitiesReads and understands job jackets to insure correct materials are being used and ready for each jobFeeds and maintains operation of machine and makes minor adjustments per written proceduresChecks quality of WIP consistently and sorts out bad WIP. Notifies Operator of wrinkled stock, excessive offset or haze, ink spots, misregister, or excessive scrap Recognizes all forming defects and reports these to the Cup OperatorStarts machines, maintains and clears jamsMakes bottom stock splices, inspects cups after splice is made, records usage of bottom roll stockMeasures WIP pallets and records counter readingsMay possible relieve Packers as necessary for breaksApplies appropriate lockout/tag out procedures as necessaryIs responsible for using safety interlock system and keysQualifications1 year of manufacturing experience as either a Machine Operator, Machine Operator Assistant, Production Associate or Machine Operator HelperWhat You'll Get From UsBenefitsWith 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 EngagementAt 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 DevelopmentWe 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, 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 .

Created: 2025-12-17