Electronic Controls Engineer

Why Choose Us?

Novolex® is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

• $100,000 - $130,000* base salary annual bonus
• Medical, dental and vision options
• Wellness rewards to fund your HRA or HSA
• Paid holidays, time off, parental and other leaves
• Financial protection benefits such as life, AD&D and disability insurance, and 401(k) Plan with employer matching contributions
• Education Support (for example, tuition reimbursement, Chairman’s Scholarship, 529 College Savings Plan)
• Broad Based Employee Award Program—value sharing plan for all employees with one year of service
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!
• The range provided is based on cost of living/geography and what we believe is reasonable in the market at the time of posting. This role may be eligible for annual bonus and annual merit increase, as well as long term compensation. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors. 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.

How You'll Perform The Role

The Controls Engineer has the primary responsibility of troubleshooting and identifying process control, thermoforming / extrusion processes, converting machines and maintaining all other process equipment documentation. This position acts as a technical resource for all processing equipment, and back up supervision when needed.

• Troubleshoot problems associated with manufacturing processes.
• Conduct tests and monitor the process performance throughout production.
• Assist with equipment retrofits/upgrades.
• Direct product changes and assist with start-up procedures.
• Evaluate process and improvements for the production floor and training of production employees for such processes.
• Develop and maintain training technical program, troubleshooting guidelines and process control
• Support training of processes for new hires and current employees, keeping proper documentation of training.
• Provide key role for the site’s Continuous Improvement culture by directly supporting structured problem-solving activity – Kaizens, A3’s, etc.
• Provide direct process engineering support to the site – examples include: documenting process improvements, operator training, process capability studies and safety improvement initiatives.
• Determine technical and economic feasibility at each stage in the development process.
• Develop capital estimates for potential new products and or process programs.
• Performs all work in accordance with established OSHA, EPA and safety regulations.
• Work environment: This position will spend approximately a % of the time in a production floor environment of a manufacturing plant. During time spent in the manufacturing plant floor, this position is subject to moderate noise levels, high and low temperatures and other standard elements of a manufacturing environment.
  
  
  

What We Need From You

• B.S. degree in Engineering – preferably with concentration in plastics/material science.
• In the absence of a plastics degree, engineering experience in extrusion, thermoforming processes or plastics processes required.
• Strong skillset in sheet extrusion and inline thermoforming preferred.
• Working knowledge of statistical process control, design of experiments and quality systems.
• Background in continuous improvement process and principles – prior experience participating in and preferably leading focused improvement teams is a must.
• Supervisory experience required – directing work, coaching, managing performance and development.
• Ability to coach and train at all levels in the organization.
• Experience working within a team environment, and experience in motivating, and leading current and new employees.
• Adherence and consistent compliance to all food/BRCGS standards and regulations.
• Normal dexterity & weight-lifting requirements (requires extensive walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing and lifting to 30 pounds).
• Work travel required up to 75%, we are always working on better work/life balancing, this role requires travel to plants and project areas
• Willing and able to work other shifts/times as needed.
• May require ability to be on call as needed.
  
  
  

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) 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 Novolex University. 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.