Novolex® is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets. 

 

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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.

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This position is responsible for the overall day-to-day operation, leadership and management of the manufacturing plant. This position reports to the Plant Manager and regularly reports on plant performance.

Direct reports to this position include a salaried staff including but not limited to shift Supervisors, Extrusion Manager, and Production Planning Manager. Indirect reports include all hourly employees at the plant.

Ensure Employee Safety and Safety Compliance Ensure product quality and customer satisfaction with order fulfillment Monitor and maintain KPI’s on productivity, budget management/cost management. Implement continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and management methods to generate improved plant performance and workflow optimization and efficiencies Responsible for inventory and materials management, as well as capital planning and implementation Assesses and manages the salaried staff and hourly employees within the plant \n Bachelor’s degree preferred. A Minimum of 5-7 years of related experience as manager and/or training in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of the organization. Proven technical leadership with the ability to utilize structured problem-solving methods. Experiences in 5S, Lean and Kaizen would be a plus. Other duties as deemed appropriate by Management to support the business Proficient in Microsoft office, Excel, and PowerPoint. \n

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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