Assistant Operator

Sealed Air; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid elder care

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sealed Air in Hanover is seeking an Assistant Operator to assist the mailer operator, make precise adjustments to gauges, and help produce quality products while emphasizing safety and efficiency.

The role requires a high school diploma (preferred) and at least 1 year of factory experience, ability to work afternoons, overtime and weekends, and a willingness to learn. Sealed Air offers benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Adhere to safety rules and procedures.
• Follow Operator directions after production schedule is set.
• Gather and measure raw materials to specification.
• Prepare station for production process.
• Assist in manufacturing of quality products.
• Help Operator complete reports.
• Maintain 6S and housekeeping standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment when problems arise.
• Cover for colleagues during breaks/absences.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust equipment under supervision to meet quality specs.
• Assist in setup and material handling for production runs.
• Document production data and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hoists/cranes experience

Forklift experience

Job description

dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan

Aug 14, 2026

Job Description

Assistant Operator

Hanover

Requisition ID: 56160

Shift and Pay

Shift: Afternoon

Pay Rate: $23.10

Position Summary

• The Assistant Mailer Operator assists the Operator in the safe operation of the mailer equipment to produce quality product by continual adjustments of gauges that control machines speed, temperatures, pressures, and winder speeds while also focusing on safety and efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Knows and adheres to all safety rules and procedures.
• Follow direction of the Operator once production schedule is obtained.
• Gather and measure raw materials and parts required to specification.
• Prepare station for production process.
• Assist in the operations of manufacturing of quality products.
• Help Operator complete all required reports.
• Comply with Company standards regarding housekeeping and 6S on machines and surrounding areas.
• Ability to help troubleshoot when problems arise.
• Perform duties of other team members as required during breaks and absences.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent Preferred

Requirements

• 1+ year of factory-related experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Awareness towards safety
• Able to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team and independently
• Able to work overtime and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in operating hoists/ cranes, forklift, and other related equipment

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, and bending
• Pushing, pulling, lifting weights over 30lbs
• Eye/hand coordination
• Must be able to routinely work in a "hot room" (up to 110 degrees F at times)

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Information at a Glance

WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR?

It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air's global resources and expertise.

Corporate sustainability - it's about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate.

Customer Success - meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it's more than a goal, it's an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values.

Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.

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