Maintenance Specialist | Now Hiring | Santa Fe Springs, CA

Compensation Includes:

Starting rate of $30.99 - 37.01/hour - paid weekly

Available Shift:

3rd: 10:00pm - 6:30am

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision
Prescription drug coverage
401K with a company match
New Hire Wellness Bonus (see plan details)
Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accounts
Corporate discounts

Responsibilities:

Must be able to comply with facility safety regulations, including wearing of proper PPE, and following general required facility safety practices
Ability to perform time-sensitive work, with focus on work quality and reliability
Address any emergency calls while on the job site, particularly relating to production sensitive items
Must be able to work independently and/or with other teams of varying disciplines
Ability to effectively communicate with floor operators to understand equipment related malfunctions, failures, and general defects
Must have ability to identify and troubleshoot machine/equipment/tooling (molds & dies) and system issues, and be able to effectively communicate findings to operations and management
Perform all basic mechanical (electrical a plus), PM work on all systems in an efficient and timely manner
Perform set-up and tooling changeovers on thermoforming equipment to meet validation requirements – this would include press spins, platen parallelism measurements, etc. in an efficient and timely manner
Responsible for operating thermoformers when needed for maintenance, set-up or production needs as situations dictate
Train other employees on maintenance, set-up and change over job duties to an effective level of performance
Communicate improvement opportunities to the technical group
All checklist and other paperwork (including electronic) accurately completed in a timely manner
Perform all tooling (Die & Mold) set-up/change over prep jobs
Run samples in support of the Process Technician and in the absence of the Process Technician to meet product specification requirements.

Qualifications:

Practical knowledge and ability to use basic hand and power tools, precision measuring devices, and heavy equipment
Ability to operate mobile equipment, including forklifts and scissor-lifts
Ability to understand and execute technical directives
Ability to understand and interpret mechanical schematics and/or manuals
Good working knowledge of mechanical devices and linkages, conveying systems, pneumatics, and hydraulics
Basic knowledge and troubleshooting skills on cooling towers, compressed air systems, and water chillers/heat exchangers
Working knowledge of rigging techniques and general machinery handling
General building maintenance knowledge
General understanding and ability to use HMI controls
Basic electrical knowledge (troubleshooting / repairs) a plus
Able to lift 50 lbs
Able to operate tooling associated equipment as it relates to tool maintenance & prep

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. 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. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members, and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.

*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*hrcompliance@novolex.com.

Novolex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer. * THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

You should be proficient in:

Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
Pneumatics Experience
Hydraulics Experience
Preventive Maintenance & Inspection
Tool/Die/Mold Repair Skills
Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Siemens)
Conveyor Systems
Servo Motors