Plant Facilities Reliability Mechanic

Day in the life — Temple, Texas

Your shift begins at 7:45 a.m. You scan the maintenance dashboard, review preventive tasks, and walk the floor to spot issues before they become downtime. A compressor startup, cooling tower checks, then a quick assist on a chiller—by mid-morning you’ve diagnosed a tricky pneumatic fault and coordinated a contractor for a specialized repair beyond routine scope. After lunch, you turn a shaft on the lathe, weld a small bracket, log parts usage in the system, and coach a newer teammate on safe tool handling. You finish by closing out work orders, tidying to 5S, and leaving the area safer than you found it.

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: $27.17–$30.24 per hour
• Hours: 7:45am–4:15pm (Monday–Friday)

What you’ll work on

• Inspect buildings, equipment, and plant systems to detect issues; execute repairs efficiently.
• Own preventive maintenance schedules and jump on emergency fixes when needed.
• Tackle routine tasks such as replacing lights, clearing drains, and stopping leaks.
• Coordinate outside contractors for projects beyond typical scope.
• Start up and shut down utilities: generators, air compressors, cooling towers, and chillers.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical problems.
• Operate shop equipment: lathes, mills, welders, drill presses, and a full range of hand tools.
• Use computer-based systems to find spare parts and produce maintenance reports.
• Maintain your personal tool set and ensure proper storage and use.
• Keep accurate records and submit timely, complete time reports.
• Collaborate with electricians and cross-functional team members.
• Mentor less experienced employees when assigned.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Maintain a clean, orderly workspace aligned to 5S and safety standards.
• Engage in continuous improvement and team problem solving.
• Take on other related duties as assigned.

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least 2 years in manufacturing maintenance or an accredited industrial mechanics certification.
• Hands-on knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems; basic electrical troubleshooting preferred.
• Ability to read and apply technical manuals, diagrams, and instructions.
• Comfort with maintenance equipment and tools; welding experience is a plus.
• PIT and man/scissor lift certification or willingness to obtain.
• Comfort working in a factory setting with noise, heat, and moving machinery.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and lift up to 50 lbs. for extended periods.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed.
• Strong problem solving, communication, and time-management skills; self-starter who thrives independently and in teams.
• Experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced environment and eager to learn.

Why Novolex

Novolex is a leader in food, beverage, and specialty packaging serving foodservice, delivery/carryout, food processing, grocery/retail, and industrial markets. Our expertise spans resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum, and more—backed by 120 product categories, 250 brands, and 39,000+ SKUs. Our sustainability vision rests on three pillars—products, operations, and people—driving wide-ranging initiatives that power our growth.

Benefits

Safety and well-being come first. We offer comprehensive, competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus resources supporting mental, physical, and financial health. Program specifics may vary by location.

Training & Development

Advance continuously with MyLearning courses, industry training, a Learning Management System, and Tuition Reimbursement (Non-Union). We invest in skills at every level.

Community

Through our Focused Giving Program, we support sustainability and hunger-relief initiatives and encourage facility-level efforts in the communities where our teams live and work.

How to apply

• TEXT TO APPLY: 928-668-6539 (928-NOVOLEX)
• Location: Temple, Texas

Formerly Pactiv Evergreen