Maintenance Mechanic II

novolex· Operations
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📍 Hazle Township, PA, USFULL TIME

About this role

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

 

Maintenance Mechanic II| Hiring Immediately | Hazleton, PA

 

Compensation:

  • Starting pay rate $29.98 per hour - $1 differential for evening shift

Key Job Requirements:

  • Diagnose and repair faulty production and related plant equipment with the minimum amount of supervision using the provided schematics, manuals and drawings. Be able to diagnose and repair electro-mechanical problems, troubleshoot electrical problems and have a strong understanding of preventative maintenance strategies
  • Identify faulty parts and provide proper nomenclature in the form of a requisition in order that spares or replacements can be ordered
  • Be knowledgeable of what and where spare parts are in the storerooms and to observe store rooms withdrawal and return procedure
  • General working knowledge of machine shop equipment
  • Must be team-oriented with leadership qualities and capable of leading co-workers in assigned tasks
  • Will be expected to maintain necessary records and established maintenance procedures
  • Maintain a clean, safe working environment
  • Responsible for additional specific duties related to each shift as assigned by maintenance supervisor
  • Other duties as necessary

Technical Competencies:

Administrative: Demonstrates ability to accurately post data from one source to another in ERP or peripheral software systems.

 

Communication/Teamwork:

  • Ability to communicate effectively and work closely and productively as part of a cross-functional team
  • Ability to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness, honesty, trust, and teamwork
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize as needed without loss of effectiveness and composure

 

Safety: Demonstrates ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs, policies and procedures.

 

Quality: Ability to develop and maintain processes that are ISO compliant.

 

Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates an advanced comprehensive knowledge of entire process from concept to commercialization.

 

Operate Equipment:

  • Ability to operate motorized equipment and other peripheral equipment safely and efficiently as required
  • Demonstrates ability to utilize standard hand tools
  • Ability to operate basic machine shop equipment

Maintenance/Repair:

  • Demonstrates advanced mechanical aptitude and abilities
  • Demonstrates thorough knowledge of production technological methods and procedures, and capabilities of machines and equipment in manufacturing facilities

Education & Experience: 

  • Three to five years of experience in a related field
  • Mechanical pretest to employment
  • High school diploma/equivalent required
  • Completion of a vocational or trade school curriculum from an authorized school with a concentration in electro-mechanical courses desired
  • Must be able to read and use precision type instruments such as micrometers and calipers
  • Speaking and presentation skills to conduct effective meetings
  • Must be able to pass multi-choice with handwritten section test

ADA – Essential Functions: 

Must be able to:

  • Work a 8, 10 and/or 12-hour shift, standing and walking for extended periods
  • Climb
  • Heed safety warnings, devices and alarms     
  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
  • Lift and carry products weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Possess an adequate ability to do problem solving and establish cause and effect relationships in an office and/or manufacturing environment.

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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 (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.

 

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen

Responsibilities

Maintenance Mechanic II| Hiring Immediately | Hazleton, PA
 
Compensation:
- Starting pay rate $29.98 per hour - $1 differential for evening shift
Key Job Requirements:
- Diagnose and repair faulty production and related plant equipment with the minimum amount of supervision using the provided schematics, manuals and drawings. Be able to diagnose and repair electro-mechanical problems, troubleshoot electrical problems and have a strong understanding of preventative maintenance strategies
- Identify faulty parts and provide proper nomenclature in the form of a requisition in order that spares or replacements can be ordered
- Be knowledgeable of what and where spare parts are in the storerooms and to observe store rooms withdrawal and return procedure
- General working knowledge of machine shop equipment
- Must be team-oriented with leadership qualities and capable of leading co-workers in assigned tasks
- Will be expected to maintain necessary records and established maintenance procedures
- Maintain a clean, safe working environment
- Responsible for additional specific duties related to each shift as assigned by maintenance supervisor
- Other duties as necessary
Technical Competencies:
Administrative: Demonstrates ability to accurately post data from one source to another in ERP or peripheral software systems.
 
Communication/Teamwork:
- Ability to communicate effectively and work closely and productively as part of a cross-functional team
- Ability to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness, honesty, trust, and teamwork
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize as needed without loss of effectiveness and composure
 
Safety: Demonstrates ability to understand and actively participate in all company safety programs, policies and procedures.
 
Quality: Ability to develop and maintain processes that are ISO compliant.
 
Technical Knowledge: Demonstrates an advanced comprehensive knowledge of entire process from concept to commercialization.
 
Operate Equipment:
- Ability to operate motorized equipment and other peripheral equipment safely and efficiently as required
- Demonstrates ability to utilize standard hand tools
- Ability to operate basic machine shop equipment
Maintenance/Repair:
- Demonstrates advanced mechanical aptitude and abilities
- Demonstrates thorough knowledge of production technological methods and procedures, and capabilities of machines and equipment in manufacturing facilities
Education & Experience: 
- Three to five years of experience in a related field
- Mechanical pretest to employment
- High school diploma/equivalent required
- Completion of a vocational or trade school curriculum from an authorized school with a concentration in electro-mechanical courses desired
- Must be able to read and use precision type instruments such as micrometers and calipers
- Speaking and presentation skills to conduct effective meetings
- Must be able to pass multi-choice with handwritten section test
ADA– Essential Functions: 
Must be able to:
- Work a 8, 10 and/or 12-hour shift, standing and walking for extended periods
- Climb
- Heed safety warnings, devices and alarms     
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Lift and carry products weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Possess an adequate ability to do problem solving and establish cause and effect relationships in an office and/or manufacturing environment.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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This Maintenance Mechanic II role at novolex is based in Hazle Township, PA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Maintenance Mechanic II role at novolex full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Maintenance Mechanic II role in the Operations department at novolex.
Which team or department does the Maintenance Mechanic II at novolex belong to?
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This Maintenance Mechanic II position at novolex was posted on Jun 10, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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