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.

NOW HIRING a Set-Up Technician at our Kalamazoo, MI location!

Role:  The primary function is to safely install all tooling as required to produce quality thermoformed products. Other responsibilities could include preparation or setup of special tooling for test runs, cleaning tooling as needed and review of potential tooling designs. The technician must be able to participate as a team member or operate independently depending on department needs.

Pay: Starting at $27.31/HR

Schedule/Hours: Monday-Friday, 5am-2pm

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Responsible for the changeovers/ setups from the initial tooling installation. Set up all process conditions/adjustments
• Responsible for assembly, installation and alignment of tooling into equipment as needed
• Responsible for the preparation, maintenance and modification of all tooling (molds, trim tools and lip roller tooling) as required to produce quality thermoformed products
• Read blueprints, use precision type instruments, such as micrometers and calipers, and operate all machine shop equipment (lathes, surface grinders, etc.)
• Responsible for completing required documentation (SAP work orders, purchase requisitions, etc.) to help identify equipment deficiencies and to ensure the proper supply of parts/supplies
• Must be team oriented with leadership qualities capable of teaching others technical details
• Demonstrate proficiency at troubleshooting all setup related issues for flaws that may lead to poor product quality or shorten the life span of the tooling and/or the equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment
• Must be self-starting, disciplined, team-oriented with capabilities of working with others in assigned tasks and meeting deadlines
• Must be capable of safely operating a lift truck
• Must be able to safely start and stop any KFT2 and KT4 forming lines
• Other duties as necessary

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 multi-task and prioritize as needed without loss of effectiveness and composure

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

Technical Knowledge:

• Demonstrates knowledge of company specific product, material and/or production technological methods and procedures and capabilities of machines and equipment in manufacturing facilities
• Demonstrates a fundamental understanding of standard manufacturing business processes
• Demonstrates and advanced comprehensive knowledge of entire process from concept to commercialization

Operate Equipment:

• Demonstrates ability to utilize standard hand tools
• Ability to operate thermoforming equipment and peripherals

Maintain Records: Ability to accurately record and maintain information as required.

Maintenance/Repair:

• Demonstrates basic mechanical aptitude and abilities
• Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot and efficiently identify appropriate course of action

Education & Experience:

• Three to Five years’ experience in extrusion/thermoforming
• Must be a LVL 4 OP or higher
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Speaking and presentation skills to conduct effective meetings
• Pretest for mechanical aptitude, spatial relationships
• Capable of working with minimum supervision and maintain high degree of technical proficiency
• Setup and tooling experience desired but not required
• Ability to read blueprints desired but not required
• Math/trigonometry ability
• CAD and computer skills desired but not required

• All employees with the proper requirements, (Must be a LVL 4 OP or higher) as well as no more than three attendance points or performance write ups in the past six months of posting are eligible to sign up

ADA – Essential Functions:

Must be able to:

• Work 9-hour shifts, standing and walking for extended periods
• Must be opened to extended work days as schedule dictates, possible weekends
• Climb
•  Heed safety warnings, devices and alarm
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Lift and carry products weighing up to 60 lbs.
• Able to push/pull equipment weighing an excess of 400lbs
• Possess an adequate ability to do problem solving, establish cause, and effect relationships in an office and/or manufacturing environment

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.

Benefits:

• Eligible for benefits first of the month following hire date
• Multiple medical and prescription drug coverage options
• Choice of an Employer-Funded Health Care Account (HCA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Integrated healthcare programs – telemedicine, chronic condition, weight management and msk health
• Multiple dental and vision plan coverage options
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Healthcare, dependent care
• Company provided life and accidental death, short and long-term disability programs
• Supplemental life, accidental death, and disability buy-up options
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee well-being reward program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Child and family care support program
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program
• 401(K) with 6% company match (Eligible to participate from day one (1) with 100% vesting in all company provided money immediately)

About the area: 4141 Manchester Road Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Kalamazoo is in the southwest region of Michigan. It is midway between Chicago and Detroit on I-94 and offers commercial transportation by train, bus and major airline at the Kalamazoo Battle Creek International Airport. Kalamazoo was recently named one of the 150 Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2020-21 by U.S. News and World Report and ranked the No. 1 Coolest Place in the U.S. with the lowest cost of living. It's the home of the Kalamazoo Promise, three colleges and universities, nationally recognized healthcare systems, diverse and affordable housing, clean and safe drinking water, and many parks, lakes, and golf courses.

Fabri-Kal, now Pactiv Evergreen will make every attempt to reasonably accommodate every applicant of the company. Attempts will be made by the company to reasonably accommodate candidates that have Substantial Limiting Major Life Activities.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.  Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law.  For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

Post Date: 3/29/24

Close Date: 4/12/24 

K. Simpson