Maintenance Mechanic
Novolex · Turlock, CA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 4 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Novolex (packaging) in Turlock, CA.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- OEE, Root cause, PLC, Welding, SAP, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in California: typical posted base $72k–$116k.
Median of the low and high ends of 9 live postings that list pay, out of 166 maintenance technician openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
California plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 176 other live reliability postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $79k–$120k, from 16 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 42%
- ✓ PLC 35%
- ✓ Welding 34%
- Tooling 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for OEE, SAP, Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Novolex
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Maintenance Mechanic at Novolex in other locations
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Full description from NovolexAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Lead the effort on their shift to effectively utilize the Maintenance Connection CMMS software
- ◆Communicate effectively with the manufacturing leadership personnel on their shift, with the other maintenance team leaders and the Maintenance Manager
- ◆Conduct the “end of shift” turnover meeting with the oncoming maintenance shift team leader
- ◆Represent the maintenance department for their shift by attending the applicable tier meetings and providing input as needed
- ◆Log all work performed by the team on their shift
- ◆Ensure scheduled equipment is in operation and achieving desired results at all time
- ◆Conduct inspections, major rebuilds, upgrades and equipment installations
- ◆Perform in-depth troubleshooting and provide effective solutions
- ◆Interpret drawings, diagrams, schematics, specifications, PLC ladder diagrams, etc.
- ◆Understand hydraulics, pneumatics, electric circuitry, electronics and electromechanical concepts, both AC and DC
- ◆Supply technical assistance to constantly improve Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE)
- ◆Assist the Operator Mechanics by performing repairs on mechanical components and systems
- ◆Work with Electrician Specialist to diagnose, repair and/or replace electrical components and systems
- ◆Support Utilities with facility work, buildings and grounds, fire protection, etc.
- ◆Sustain an understanding of the latest state of the art maintenance techniques
- ◆Maintain housekeeping in assigned areas to ensure a safe and clean work environment
- ◆Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays, and subject to be on-call
- ◆Any other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- ✓High school graduate or equivalent required
- ✓Minimum 5 years industrial maintenance experience
- ✓Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft applications, Outlook, SAP, etc.
- ✓Working knowledge of OSHA and National Electric Codes
- ✓Strong troubleshooting skills and logic to solve problems to root cause
- ✓Knowledge and ability to apply mathematical concepts
- ✓Knowledge and capability to read and understand blue prints
- ✓Diagnose/repair hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and electrical system problems
- ✓Understanding of preventive (PM) and predictive (PdM) maintenance techniques
- ✓Proactive and self-motivated to work effectively
- ✓Manufacturing experience w/particular strength in welding, PLCs and Maching disciplines a plus
- ✓Good written and verbal communication skills with all levels of the organization
- ✓Ability to make decisions under time constraints and tight deadlines
- ✓Able to lead and interact with other associates in a team oriented environment
- ✓Lift up to 35 pounds
- ✓Possess or immediately purchase the required tools for the position
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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.
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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 Mechanic | Now Hiring | Turlock, CA
Rotating Shift Schedule
- •1st: 6:50am - 3:00pm
- •2nd: 2:50pm - 11:00pm
- •3rd: 10:50pm - 7:00am
- •Must be available to work all shift times
- •Monday - Friday schedule with occasional Saturday availability needed
