Machine Operator II - 2nd Shift (M-F) - Starting at $28.95/hour

Graham Packaging Company•North East, PA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Graham Packaging Company is hiring a Machine Operator II in North East, Pennsylvania. This evening-shift position runs from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Friday, and pays weekly, starting at $28.95 per hour. The Operator runs plastic blow-molding machines and in-line or auxiliary equipment, making adjustments and minor repairs to produce containers safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. The role includes monitoring processing conditions and product quality, assisting with equipment and mold changes, performing basic machine processing and troubleshooting, and completing assigned preventive maintenance. Operators maintain safe and orderly work areas, complete required documentation, communicate production information across shifts, and assist colleagues and new Operators. Limited travel may be required. Graham Packaging describes itself as a people-, planet-, and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. Its Blue Culture emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, accountability, innovation, collaboration, learning, integrity, and respect.

Requirements

At least 2 years of manufacturing experience.
Maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
Computer usage and typing skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including effective communication with internal and external customers.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
Ability to work independently and complete assignments within provided instructions, routines, and accepted practices.
Ability to convey facts and information clearly.
Ability to collaborate, contribute to group objectives, and proactively help others.

Responsibilities

Follow and enforce established safety, health, quality, GMP, and company policies, procedures, and recognized practices.
Operate a group of plastic blow-molding machines and auxiliary equipment safely and to quality standards.
Participate in continuous quality-improvement projects and related activities as assigned.
Perform or assist with mold, insert, and color changes on the line.
Perform basic processing of injection and/or blow-molding machines to improve efficiency and reduce scrap.
Perform tasks and responsibilities of Utility positions during slow periods or as needed.
Monitor HDPE/PET resin, dryers, material handling, and color systems for appropriate processing conditions, where applicable.
Conduct timely, frequent quality checks against established product standards.
Assist 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.
Verify material usage against standards.
Perform minor troubleshooting and programming on the line; notify leads and supervisors about major problems or questions.
Operate equipment to minimize generation and maximize consumption of regrind, purge, and scrap within customer specifications, where applicable.
Properly identify regrind and chunk produced.
Communicate processing information to designated personnel on the incoming shift and assist other Operators as needed.
Assist in training new Operators.