Why Choose Us?

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. Novolex's manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates, including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum, and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands, and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The 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.

Industrial Maintenance Electrician| Hiring Immediately | Athens, GA

Compensation

• Competitive starting pay rate of $33.78 per hour
• Sign-on bonus $5,000
• Pay: Competitive starting pay rate based on experience and qualifications
• Increases: Eligible for annual and skill-based wage increases
• Bonuses: Eligible for monthly bonuses based on plant productivity

Available Shifts

• 8-hour shifts 
• Rotating weekly 1st to 2nd shift 
• 1st  shift  07:00 AM - 03:00 PM
• 2nd shift  03:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Use computer to check status of jobs/electrical repairs that need to be completed.
• Inspect and test electrical malfunctions, using testing instrument, manuals, guides, and blueprints, etc.
• Repair or perform preventative maintenance of equipment and electrical circuits.
• Perform maintenance and mechanical repairs.
• Fabricate and weld brackets, etc.
• Connect power supply wires to machines and equipment, and connect cables and wire between machines and equipment, following manuals, schematic diagrams, and blueprints, using hand tools and test equipment.  Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components for high voltage and low voltage.
• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus, such as transformers, motors, and lighting fixtures, using test equipment, and replaces damaged or broken wires and cable using hand tools.
• Use a variety of tools or equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, or components to identify hazards, defects, or the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Prepare sketches or follow blueprints to determine the location of wiring or equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes.
• Install conduit and other wiring.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, or components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Work from ladders, scaffolds, or roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, machines, etc.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Understand and comply with all Safe Quality Food (SQF) requirements.
• Comply with facility safety requirements including wearing the required PPE and following all of the safety rules and procedures.

Qualifications

• Recent Technical School Graduates with studies in Electrical Systems, Mechtronics, or Industrial Maintenance are highly encouraged to apply
• MUST be able to pass Ramsay Assessment (testing knowledge of mechanical (60 questions) and electrical (60 questions) skills.
• Machining skills (work on a mill, lathe, grinder, saw, drill, etc.)
• Welding experience (TIG, stick)
• Proficient at reading/interpreting blueprints and schematics (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic)
• Plumbing skills (threading, soldering joints, etc.)
• Basic understanding, troubleshooting, and experience with Mechanical Systems (gears, pulleys, chains, belts, shafts, industrial gear boxes, water pumps, air compressors, HVAC experience A+)
• Basic understanding, troubleshooting, and experience with Electrical Systems (AC circuits-motors and drives, DC circuits-motors and drives, 480 Volts 3 phase, transformers, control power, relays)
• Basic understanding, troubleshooting, and experience with Pneumatic Systems (valves, controls, pressure, flow, cylinders)
• Basic understanding, troubleshooting, and experience with Hydraulic Systems (valves, controls, pressure, flow, cylinders)
• Basic understanding, troubleshooting, and experience with Electronic Systems (controls, ladder logic, PLC programming, C programming, A+)
• Minimum High School diploma/GED
• Good attendance and work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work. Self-motivated
• Ability to stand 8 hours a day.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment as required.
• Able and willing to work  arotating shift or a straight 3rd shift. 

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being as an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance 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 MyLearning. 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.

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 myHRservices@novolex.com.

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