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Overview

Forming Machine Operator Burley, ID|HIRING IMMEDIATELY|

***Do you have at least 3 years of Production and Leadership experience? Bring that Production work experience to our Burley location and join our team, we will continue growing your experience.

Starting Pay: $20.07 - Paid Weekly

*Eligible for quarterly bonus based upon plant productivity*

Shifts Available:

7:00pm to 7:00am

7:00am to 7:00pm

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

The Pulp Forming Operator will be responsible for producing molded fiber food service containers on pulp thermoformers in a continuous operation during the full shift. The Pulp Forming Operator is also responsible for performing quality tests on the product and reacting according to established reaction plans. The Pulp Forming Operator will continually monitor up to four pulp thermoforming machines and make adjustments required to ensure quality product is being produced.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Operate pulp thermoforming equipment in accordance with standardized operating procedures and troubleshoot the pulping process to achieve established quality and production targets.

• Knowledge of pulp consistency measurements and freeness tests.

• Knowledge of how to do a draw down test on chemical pumps.

• Be able to use both SI units of measure and Imperial units of measure where required.

• Understand and operate weight scales in different units.

• Have capacity to operate simple control panels.

• Being responsible for monitoring and inspect product quality.

• Being able to report to the supervisor about defects, mechanical issues, or quality of the pulp.

• Maintain cooperation and communication among and between shifts, quality control, fiber molding and management.

• Collect data, prepare and maintain reports.

• Maintain work cell organization and cleanliness in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Good willingness to perform manual tasks, when necessary, even not directly connected with this job.

• Maintain safe, clean and friendly work environment.

• Follow guidelines of sampling procedures and input of data to SPC system.

• Operate and adjust machines within process limitations as directed, maintaining optimum machine operating efficiency and uptime.

• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals and diagrams.

• Ability to read and understand metric system measurements.

• Analyze and troubleshoot problem areas.

• Ability to work in fast paced environment.

• Responsible for following all Food Safety/ Food Quality programs in accordance with customer specifications (as dictated by the standards of BRC) and reporting any issues to management.

• Other duties as directed.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

Communication/Teamwork:

• Ability to communicate effectively and work closely and productively as part of a cross-functional team

• Ability to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness, honesty, trust and teamwork.

• Ability to effectively report shift activities.

Safety:

• Demonstrates ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs, policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of safe equipment operation.

• Demonstrates ability to operate equipment in a safe and responsible manner.

Technical Knowledge:

• Demonstrates ability to perform Root Cause Analysis, implement corrective action and understand cause and effect.

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of process sheets and allowable adjustments.

• Demonstrates basic math skills

• Demonstrated ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

• Demonstrates ability for ongoing cooperation with Maintenance Dept. regarding equipment operation and needed

repairs.

Quality/Housekeeping:

• Ability to develop and maintain processes that are ISO compliant.

• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently.

• Can demonstrate ability to maintain work area in clean, safe order.

Training:

• Demonstrates ability to ensure trainees follow established procedures in absence of trainer.

Operate Equipment:

• Can demonstrate a thorough knowledge of thermoforming machinery, including the support system of pumps, tanks, agitators, and chemical systems.

• Can demonstrate ability to appropriately operate thermoformers, pumps, HMIs, agitators, and testing equipment.

• Can demonstrate ability to read specifications to determine set points and operation parameters.

Efficiency:

• Ability to maintain optimum machine efficiencies and up time.

• Ability to meet or exceed performance standards and continuously improve upon them.

Organization:

• Demonstrates ability to be a self-starter and work independently to complete assignments/responsibilities.

• Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize workload as required.

Problem Solving:

• Ability to think openly and be a good team player

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Two or more years of experience in manufacturing

• Basic computer skills

• Good oral and written communication skills

• Basic computer knowledge

• Work with little to no supervision

ADA – ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Must be able to:

• Work a 12-hour shift, standing and walking for extended periods

• Climb

• Heed safety warnings, devices and alarms.

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

• Lift and carry products weighing up to 75 lbs.

• Possess an adequate ability to do problem solving and establish cause and effect relationships in an office and/or manufacturing environment.

**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_ [email protected]_ _._

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.

**Job Locations** _US-ID-Burley_

**ID** _2025-28694_

**Category** _Operations_

**Position Type** _Full Time_

**Pay Type** _Hourly_