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Title: Operator Specialist

Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA

Starting Pay Rate/Range: $22.17 - $29.93

Shift: 2nd (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM)

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:

• Operate In-line machine at a rate that equals or exceeds quality and production standards
• Troubleshoot routine process problems, and assist with tooling and product changeovers
• Maintain adequate supplies for all line equipment to ensure continual operation
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures, Safety Standards and Safe Work Practices
• Maintain work area in an organized, safe and clean manner; Knowledge of 6S a plus
• Know locations of/operations emergency stop buttons and fire extinguishers in your area.
• Fully train new Operator Specialist to effective performance levels, using training checklists
• Provide relief to other members of team as necessary
• Able to perform Packaging Associate functions as needed
• Complete required quality checks and production reports in an efficient and timely manner.
• Produce Quality rolls and formed product that conforms to all quality and profile specifications
• Maintain accurate account of all poundage produced on extruder
• Responsible for accurately completing and processing all documents necessary for tacking Extrusion operations, including condition sheets as needed
• Make process changes and roll changes
• Change screens on every roll during a color change and/or as needed
• Handle Extruder maintenance according to Stand Operation Procedures
• Inspect quality to regrind prior to use
• Insure quality of raw material going into the crystallizer, mixer and dryer meets Co. guidelines
• Communicate all pertinent information at shift change
• Operate a forklift

Knowledge of LOTO procedures a plus

Qualifications:

• Grade 10 or equivalent education; up to and including 6 months of related training or experience
• Minimum Operator Associate (either Thermoforming or Extrusion) Certification.
• Must not have more than 4 Attendance points
• Must not have any active step 2 disciplinary action write-ups

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.

15 miles southeast of Los Angeles, Santa Fe Springs is a city in Los Angeles County, California. It is one of the Gateway Cities of southeast Los Angeles County. The population was 16,223 at the 2010 census, down from 17,438 at the 2000 census.

The plant was Founded in 1993, manufactures APET Containers, and has approximately 300 employees. 

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.