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Maintenance Specialist I

Novolex · Conyers, GA

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Level
Specialist
Team
Reliability
Degree
Preferred
Industry
Packaging
Posted
18 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A specialist reliability role at Novolex (packaging) in Conyers, GA. Performs quality work within reasonable time standards set forth by management in verbal or written instructions.

They ask for
degree preferred
Tools it names
PLC, Automation

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026

Reliability Engineer roles in Georgia: typical posted base $102k–$130k.

Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 23 reliability engineer openings in Georgia, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 22 other live reliability postings in Georgia.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $102k–$130k, from 8 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 8+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 52%
  • Root cause 43%
  • ✓ PLC 35%
  • Lean 30%
  • ✓ Automation 26%
  • Six Sigma 26%

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Stands out: this posting asks for Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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Responsibilities

· Performs basic troubleshooting and maintenance work on automation equipment.

· Performs maintenance, set-up, and PM on automation/production equipment

· Diagnoses and troubleshoots equipment-related processing issues.

· Utilizes a computer-based inventory system for generating reports to locate spare parts.

· Perform Maintenance Connection day-by-day duties.

· Assists maintenance/production staff as needed.

· May assist in the training of other employees.

· Performs quality work within reasonable time standards set forth by management in verbal or written instructions.

· Utilizes mandatory safety equipment. Executes duties in a safe and efficient manner. Adheres to all Safety rules and regulations

· Be flexible with schedule as needed.

· Responsible for ensuring area(s) of responsibility are safe, clean and tidy.

· Follows all Company-established rules and policies.

(Qualifications)

· 3 + years technician experience in industrial maintenance; preferred Plastics industry

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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.

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen

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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 Specialist I |Conyers, Georgia| Hiring Immediately

Shift Availability

1st shift

07:00 AM-07:00 PM

12-hour shifts

2-2-3 schedule

Position Overview: The position is responsible for all machine maintenance as needed, including preventative maintenance and repair of production equipment, utilities, and facilities, including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair. Strong manufacturing background with demonstrated mechanical aptitude and process troubleshooting skills required; electrical skills desired.

Skills and Competencies

· Ideal candidate MUST have a strong mix of the following technical experience and skills:

· Mechanical and electrical maintenance

· VFDs

· Servo motors

· PLCs

· Strong skills in customer service, interpersonal, oral communication, written communication, teamwork, judgement, motivation, planning, organizing, professionalism, quality, safety, adaptability, attendance, punctuality, dependability, initiative.

· HS Diploma or equivalent; preferred associate's degree.

· Must have own tools and be able to use them safely and effectively

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