Operator I (Day Shift 12 Hours) $20.60 per Hour 6:48 am to 7 pm
About The Position
Graham Packaging Company is hiring a Machine Operator I in Mason, Ohio, for a day-shift role. The position operates on a rotating 2/2/3 schedule, working 6:48 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Operator runs Cold Glue Labeling machines, Dunnage-fed Palletizing equipment, strapping and wrapping machines, and related in-line equipment. The role includes making necessary adjustments and minor repairs to support safe, efficient production of high-quality containers and provide assistance to the blow molding production process. The Operator follows safety, health, quality, GMP, and company policies and practices; performs quality checks and preventive maintenance; supports line changeovers and minor troubleshooting; keeps equipment and the work area clean; completes required documentation; and coordinates with supervisors, coworkers, maintenance personnel, and incoming-shift staff. The role also includes helping train new Operators and performing other duties as assigned. Limited travel may be required.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1–2 years of manufacturing or related experience.
- Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
- Ability and willingness to support regular overtime.
- Computer usage and typing skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including communication with internal and external customers.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, maintain a positive attitude, and provide exemplary customer service.
- Ability to work independently and complete assignments within instructions, routines, and accepted practices.
- Ability to communicate facts and information clearly verbally and through documentation.
- Ability to collaborate proactively and contribute to group objectives, including volunteering to help others.
- Ability to work on your feet and manage multiple auxiliary machines at once.
- Ability to lift 30–50 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Follow and enforce established safety, health, quality, GMP, and company policies, procedures, and recognized practices.
- Participate in continuous quality improvement projects and related activities.
- Operate auxiliary equipment safely and to quality standards to support blow molding production.
- Assist with mold, insert, and color changes, as well as label changes and other minor changeover events.
- Load slip sheets and top frames into palletizer dunnage compartments.
- Clean and maintain glue labeler equipment and load materials.
- Maintain line operations briefly when the Wheel Operator steps away.
- Perform frequent product quality checks against established standards.
- Assist Wheel Operators and maintenance personnel with mechanical repairs.
- Perform assigned preventive maintenance.
- Maintain the work area to acceptable safety and housekeeping standards.
- Complete and file required documentation accurately and on time.
- Communicate with the Production Shift Supervisor to coordinate production-line support staff.
- Perform minor troubleshooting of auxiliary line equipment and notify leads or supervisors of major problems or questions.
- Communicate processing information to designated personnel on the incoming shift and assist other Operators as needed.
- Assist in training new Operators.
- Perform other duties as assigned; limited travel may be required.
Benefits
- Benefits available on day one.
- 10 paid holidays and paid time off.
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
- 401(k) Employee Saving Plan.
- Employee Wellness Program.
- Paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
