Why Choose Us?
Why Choose Us? 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.
- $28.85 to $35.75 hourly rate* + annual bonus
- Medical, dental and vision options
- Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
- Paid holidays, time off, and parental and other leaves
- Financial protection benefits, like life, AD&D and disability insurance
- 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions
- Education support [this is tuition reimbursement, Chairman's scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan]
- Employee Assistance Program and much more!
*The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for annual bonus and annual merit increase. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors. 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. How You'll Perform the Role
- Proactively maintain and continuously improve the production schedule.
- Provide complete and accurate communication to all levels of the Supply Chain Team, in a clear and concise manner while enabling the group to achieve the performance level necessary to provide exemplary service.
- Calculate figures such as required amounts of labor, materials, and manufacturing costs, using production schedules, MRP/MPS system and reports, calculators, or computers.
- Confer with Plant Supervisors and Operators, Procurement, Distribution, and Customer Service to coordinate production and shipping activities, and to resolve complaints or eliminate delays.
- Monitor production data, including volume produced, consumption of raw materials, and quality control measures, using this information for Continuous Improvement activities such as maintenance of routings and BOMs, increasing accuracy of production schedule and efficiency reporting.
- Lead Small Group meetings involving Safety Committee objectives, SQF requirements and documentation. Hold weekly Toolbox meetings with production personnel to help translate Company objectives so everyone is working toward the same goals.
- Print, reconcile, and maintain records for cycle counts; utilize ERP and other online tools for inventory management; and confirm/create purchases and maintain open POs.
What We Need From You
- Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.), preferably in a business, technical or behavioral science discipline or a combination of education and 5-10 years of work-related experience equivalent to a four-year college degree required.
- Knowledge of arithmetic, structured problem-solving tools, and their applications, using these abilities to analyze and create proactive solutions to reduce or eliminate problems in production and enhance our ability to service customers, both internal and external.
- Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions, involving as many resources as necessary to bring the issue to quick and accurate resolution, involving department and plant management on an as needed basis.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision to complete job tasks.
- Team player with ability to build lasting productive business relationships with suppliers, customers, management, and peers.
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
- Microsoft Office knowledge with an emphasis in Excel, working with and creating Pivot Tables.
- Previous experience in ERP systems including PRMS or SAP and strong knowledge of forecasting and demand planning.
- Strong communications skills as interfacing with the Factory Manager, Plant Supervisors and Operators, Corporate Procurement, Distribution and Customer Service is required.
What You'll Get From UsBenefits 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. #ZR #LI-MM1