Industrial Maintenance Technician – Automation & PLC Systems

Step into the heartbeat of high-volume packaging manufacturing

Imagine starting your shift in a plant that powers foodservice, delivery, grocery, retail, and industrial supply chains. At Novolex, you’ll keep advanced automation and production equipment humming across a portfolio that spans resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum, and more—supporting 120 product categories, 250 brands, and over 39,000 SKUs.

Shifts Available

• 3pm–11pm (C Shift)
• 11pm–7am (A Shift)

A day in this role

You’ll move from proactive PMs to live troubleshooting, partnering with production to diagnose issues, restore throughput, and document work in our systems. Your work directly protects uptime, quality, and safety.

What you’ll do

• Troubleshoot and repair automation and production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform set-ups and preventive maintenance on automation/production assets.
• Diagnose and resolve processing problems tied to equipment performance.
• Use a computer-based inventory system to generate reports and locate spare parts.
• Complete day-by-day tasks in Maintenance Connection (CMMS).
• Support maintenance and production teams as needed and help train peers when requested.
• Deliver quality workmanship within reasonable time standards set by management via verbal and written instructions.
• Use mandatory PPE, follow all safety rules, and execute tasks safely and efficiently.
• Maintain flexibility to adjust your schedule based on operational needs.
• Keep areas of responsibility safe, clean, and organized; follow all company rules and policies.
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required.

What you’ll bring

• Analytical problem-solver with strong mechanical, electrical, and PLC programming capabilities.
• Strength in customer service and collaboration; clear oral/written communication; strong judgment; motivation; planning/organizing; professionalism; quality and output focus; safety mindset; adaptability; excellent attendance/punctuality; dependability; initiative; and innovation.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years as a technician within the plastics industry.
• Personally owned tools and the ability to use them safely and effectively.

Why Novolex

Our sustainability vision rests on three pillars—our products, operations, and people. These pillars guide ambitious initiatives that shape how we work and grow as a business.

Benefits

Safety is our top priority and employee well-being matters. We offer comprehensive, competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, alongside resources that support mental, physical, and financial health. Specific programs may vary by location.

Community Engagement

Through our Focused Giving Program, we support organizations advancing sustainability or addressing food and hunger needs, and we encourage facility-level engagement in the communities where we operate.

Training & Development

Grow with us via MyLearning: company and industry curricula, a Learning Management System, and advanced education support including Tuition Reimbursement (Non-Union). We provide continuous opportunities to advance your skills and career.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations