Operator I (Night Shift 12 Hours) $20.60 per Hour + $1.00 Shift Differential 6:48 pm to 7 am
About The Position
Graham Packaging Company is seeking a Machine Operator I in Mason, Ohio, for a night-shift role. The position operates on a rotating 2/2/3 schedule, working 6:48 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The operator runs cold-glue labeling machines, dunnage-fed palletizing equipment, strapping and wrapping machines, and related in-line equipment. The operator makes necessary adjustments and minor repairs to support safe, efficient production of high-quality containers and provide assistance to the blow-molding production process. The role includes performing quality checks, routine and preventative maintenance, minor troubleshooting, line changeovers, equipment cleaning, documentation, and coordination with supervisors, coworkers, and incoming-shift personnel. Limited travel may be required. The listed rate is $20.60 per hour plus a $1.00 shift differential.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1–2 years of manufacturing or related experience.
- 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 and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
- Ability to work independently and complete assignments within instructions, prescribed routines, and accepted practices.
- Ability to convey 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 one's 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 as assigned.
- Operate auxiliary equipment safely and to quality standards in support of blow-molding production.
- Assist with mold, insert, and color changes, and execute 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 according to established standards.
- Assist Wheel Operators and maintenance personnel with mechanical repairs.
- Perform assigned preventative maintenance.
- Maintain the work area to acceptable safety and housekeeping standards.
- Complete and file required documentation in an orderly and timely manner.
- Coordinate production-line support with the Production Shift Supervisor.
- Troubleshoot auxiliary 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.
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
