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Set Up Technician

Pactiv Evergreen Inc., Franklin Park, IL, United States


Company Overview
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 Details
Position: Set Up Technician – Franklin Park, IL.

Shift: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm (2‑2‑3 schedule).

Compensation: Starting pay range $28.73 – $34.14 an hour (Based on Experience).

Apply by calling: 928‑668‑6539.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs Minor and Major Changeovers on production floor for the Lyle Thermoforming and OMG equipment

Removes and loads inserts in the mold offline in the tool shop and also online

Records accurate records of change over events each day and works with Quality and Supervision to release lines for production

Performs basic extrusion operator tasks to assist on inline changeovers and process issues

Make repairs on forming molds and trim tools to allow consistent flow of production

Perform general maintenance on thermoforming and labeling automation equipment

Assist the maintenance associates on troubleshooting and solutions to bring production lines back up

Makes adjustments and notifies Maint. Manager of the need for more complex machine adjustments to make the thermoformer production ready

When necessary, will perform the same duties as other production employees and packers

Utilizes micrometers, calipers and other industrial measurement equipment for setups and maintenance tasks

Accurately reads and operates machine’s computer console and assists in training operator associates on the controls

Responsible for the initial set‑up and establishing first run parts that meet all quality dept. criteria (Green Time)

Monitors overall continuing manufacturing process and assists with shortfalls on any line that is not hitting OEE requirements

Utilizes the plant’s CMMS system to record work performed, labor hours, and parts checked out for breakdowns

Housekeeping daily

Demonstrates ability to work with limited supervision

Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

HS Diploma or equivalency preferred.

Completion of Set Up Technician senior specialist training or equivalent experience.

Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and technical skills.

Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.

Flexibility to work overtime and off shifts as needed.

Company Benefits
With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well‑being, Novolex offers comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Additional programs may vary depending on location.

Community Engagement: Novolex supports local organizations that promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs and encourages facility‑level support of community activities.

Training and Development: Continuous opportunities for advancement are available through skill development, formal education support, and a Learning Management System.

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.

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