Human Resources Intern

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

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.

The Human Resources Intern for the Chelmsford facility will be intimately involved in the day-to-day operations of the HR department. This individual will assist with recruiting technical (hourly) positions, participate in new hire onboarding, research and roll out the implementation of an enhanced digital signage program for the facility, design and roll out a leadership/supervisory training module and update/revise job descriptions for production roles for 2025 and beyond.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting creation of updated/revised job descriptions
• Assist with leadership training module for supervisors
• Draft of Chelmsford Supplemental Employee Handbook, other items as assigned.
• Focus on recruitment and hiring for rural areas and find new ways to attract talent
• Embracing diversity in cultures that work in our plant and establish ways to celebrate employee backgrounds
• Assist with interviews and orientation practices

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.
• Interest in working with human resource information software and propensity to adapt to technology easily.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting ideas, points of view and recommendations to management.
• Strong analytical and evaluation skills.
• Project management skills a plus.
• Ability to maintain confidential information is a requirement.
• Bilingual (Spanish) strongly preferred

Preferred majors:

Rising Juniors or Seniors obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, and/or Communications

• Hands-on experience working with and learning from cross functional leadership
• Exposure to a multi-billion dollar, fast-paced manufacturing company that places an emphasis on sustainability initiatives
• Develop key skills through Intern Events focused on your growth and development - focus on networking, resume writing/interview preparation, and guidance on creating and delivering presentations
• This is a paid internship

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