Set Up Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026.
Company Overview
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 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.
Job Description
Set Up Technician- HIRING NOW - Franklin Park, IL.
Compensation:
- Starting pay range: $28.73 - $34.14 an hour (Based on Experience)
Available Shifts:
- 7am-7pm - 2-2-3 schedule
TEXT TO APPLY NUMBER:
- 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs Minor and Major Changeovers on production floor for the Lyle Thermoforming and OMG equipment
- Removes and loads inserts in the mold offline in the tool shop and also online
- Record accurate records of change over events each day and work with Quality and Supervision to release lines for production
- Performs basic extrusion operator tasks to assist on inline changeovers and process issues
- Make repairs on forming molds and trim tools to allow consistent flow of production
- Perform general maintenance on thermoforming and labeling automation equipment
- Assist the maintenance associates on troubleshooting and solutions to bring production lines back up
- Makes adjustments and notifies Maint. Manager of the need for more complex machine adjustments to make the thermoformer production ready.
- When necessary, will perform the same duties as other production employees and packers
- Utilizes micrometers, calipers and other industrial measurement equipment for setups and maintenance tasks
- Accurately read and operate machine’s computer console and assist in training operator associates on the controls
- Responsible for the initial set-up and establishing first run parts that meet all quality dept. criteria. (Green Time)
- Monitor overall continuing manufacturing process and assist with shortfalls on any line that is not hitting OEE requirements
- Utilize the plants CMMS system to record work performed, labor hours, and parts checked out for breakdowns
- Housekeeping daily
- Demonstrate ability to work with limited supervision
- Other duties may be assigned
Qualifications:
- HS Diploma or equivalency preferred.
- Completion of Set Up Technician sr. specialist training or equivalent experience.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills.
- Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work overtime and off shifts as needed.
Company Benefits
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 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 [email protected].