Company OverviewWhy 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 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 CommitmentThe 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.
Job DescriptionJob purposeThe Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for driving operational excellence across manufacturing processes, with a primary focus on improving efficiency, throughput, and overall plant performance. This role partners closely with Operations to optimize processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity, while also providing leadership support for quality systems and compliance programs.
Duties and responsibilitiesContinuous Improvement & Process Optimization (Primary Focus)- Lead initiatives to improve manufacturing performance by reducing cycle times, increasing throughput, improving yield, and minimizing scrap.
- Partner with operations, maintenance, and technical teams to troubleshoot processing issues and implement sustainable solutions.
- Establish and optimize machine set-up and processing parameters based on materials and equipment capabilities.
- Develop and standardize operating procedures to ensure consistency across all shifts.
- Analyze production data and review daily performance with Operations leadership to drive continuous improvement.
- Design and execute experiments (DOE) and capability studies to validate and improve process performance.
- Support capital projects by contributing to equipment specifications, trials, and justification.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement culture across the plant.
Quality & Compliance (Secondary Focus)- Provide leadership and oversight of plant quality systems, including lab and process technician activities.
- Support and maintain compliance with NSF, GMP, and HACCP programs.
- Coordinate response to internal and external quality concerns and ensure timely resolution.
- Contribute to audit readiness and execution, including documentation and corrective actions.
- Manages and coordinates the NSF audit and GMP standards for the plant.
- Immediately addresses and reports safety issues or hazards.
- Maintains excellent safety record.
- Maintains excellent attendance record.
- Pick up the Quality Leadership supporting our NSF Food Safety & HACCP Programs.
- Cover the internal performance management system/ OPX 360 requirements for 2.0 Quality and for 5.0 Continuous Improvement.
- Work as a Business Partner with the Unit Manager in Operations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Experience required:- 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated success in process improvement.
- Strong background in Continuous Improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent).
- Experience working with mechanical processes and quality standards.
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience required.
- Experience in pulp, paper, or fiber-based manufacturing strongly preferred.
- Food safety, GMP, or HACCP experience is an asset.
- Gain Seeker experience is a plus.
- Paper science or paper making experience highly desired.
- Must have management/supervisory experience.
SkillsAn individual must have the following skills in the CI Engineer position:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SolidWorks or AutoCAD is an asset.
- Strong understanding of process optimization, data analysis, and performance metrics.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Advanced mathematical and technical aptitude.
EducationBA/BS in Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required.
A reasonable estimate of the current range is $83,600/yr. - $139,300/yr. + bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within
the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
The benefits for this role include 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation and sick days, paid parental leave, paid holidays and wellness program.
The benefits for this role include 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation and sick days, paid parental leave, paid holidays and wellness program.
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Company BenefitsWhat You'll Get From UsBenefitsWith 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 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 EngagementAt 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 DevelopmentWe 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 (Non-Union), 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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