3rd Shift Bander Operator – Packaging & Automation

Colonial Group; Landisville (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Landisville, PA seeks a packaging/finishing operator for the 3rd shift to run pallet-centering and banding equipment, input data, and ensure customer specifications are met. You will manage dunnage, load tags, and protective devices while maintaining a safe, efficient line.

The role requires flexibility for overtime, the ability to work around machinery in a manufacturing setting, and potential forklift certification. Prior experience in packaging or manufacturing is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.
• Able to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and heavy forklift traffic.

Responsibilities

• Operate pallet centering device, auto banding software, and related finishing equipment.
• Perform basic computer functions to input and retrieve information.
• Read factory cards and execute customer specifications for finishing units.
• Maintain inventories of dunnage, tapes, load tags, and stretch wrap.
• Understand control to safely position units and clear jams.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshoot issues on the line.
• Communicate needed repairs to maintenance or supervisor.
• Monitor output quality and report issues to supervisor.
• May require forklift license and maintain a safe work area.
• Adhere to safety rules and company policies.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Palletizing

Banding

Machine operation

Safety compliance

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Colonial Group in Landisville, PA seeks a packaging/finishing operator for the 3rd shift to run pallet-centering and banding equipment, input data, and ensure customer specifications are met. You will manage dunnage, load tags, and protective devices while maintaining a safe, efficient line.

The role requires flexibility for overtime, the ability to work around machinery in a manufacturing setting, and potential forklift certification. Prior experience in packaging or manufacturing is preferred.