Machine Operator - Corrugated Industry

Packaging Services Industries; Williamsport (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & Vision

Employer paid life insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO after 90 days

Job summary

Packaging Services Industries, Inc. in Williamsport, MD is seeking a Machine Operator for our corrugated production team. This full-time role offers daytime shifts (Mon-Thu 5:00am–2:30pm, Fri 5:00am–9:00am) or 2nd shift (3:30pm–1:30am) with occasional overtime.

The starting pay range is $21.00–$22.00/hr, with overtime opportunities. We value safety, teamwork, and precision, and provide a comprehensive benefits package and a positive, production-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating corrugated packaging machinery (corrugator or converting equipment preferred).
• Ability to read production orders and machine settings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Safety-first mindset and team-oriented attitude.
• Basic math skills (fractions, decimals, addition, subtraction, division, multiplication).

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor corrugated machines to meet production targets.
• Set up machines for each run, adjust size, print, and cutting specs.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform routine quality checks on dimensions and print quality.
• Maintain clean, safe work area compliant with safety standards.
• Collaborate with team to optimize efficiency and reduce waste.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read production orders

Tape measure literacy

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Math skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Industrial machinery knowledge

Job description

ABOUT US

Packaging Services Industries, Inc., began production in 1976 and represents a family of privately owned businesses located in Maryland (MD) and Pennsylvania (PA).

We’re more than just a packaging manufacturer—we’re problem-solvers, innovators, and partners to brands that need their products protected, presented, and delivered with excellence. Our mission is to create sustainable, high-quality corrugated solutions that help our customers succeed while reducing environmental impact. Every box we make carries not just a product, but a promise of quality and care.

THE IMPACT YOU'LL MAKE

As a Machine Operator in our corrugated production team in Williamsport MD, you’ll be at the heart of our manufacturing process. Your expertise will ensure our machines run smoothly, producing precision-cut, perfectly printed, and structurally sound packaging that meets the highest standards. The work you do will directly impact our customers’ ability to deliver their products safely and beautifully—on time, every time.

These are Full Time positions that do not require the ability to work rotating shifts.

Core schedule for 1st shift is Monday through Thursday 5:00am to 2:30pm (includes 30 minute unpaid lunch) and Friday 5:00am to 9:00am; 2nd shift is Monday-Thursday 3:30 pm-1:30 am. Require the ability to work occasional overtime as needed.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Operate and monitor corrugated converting or corrugator machines (e.g., flexo folder gluers, rotary die cutters, etc) to meet daily production targets.
• Set up machines for each production run, including adjustments for size, print, and cutting specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve minor mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform routine quality checks—measuring dimensions, inspecting print quality, and ensuring structural integrity.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in compliance with safety standards.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Previous experience operating machinery in the corrugated packaging industry (corrugator or converting equipment preferred).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to read production orders and machine settings.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• A safety-first mindset and a team-oriented attitude.
• Basic knowledge of industrial machinery.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team oriented approach.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Above average organizational skills and detail orientation.
• Ability to enter product specifications into the computers.
• Ability to handle physical workload, up to 50 pounds, standing for the majority of the shift.
• Basic math skills required (fractions, decimals, addition, subtraction, division, multiplication).

BENEFITS and COMPENSATION

PSI offers an excellent benefits package to full time employees, including:

• choice of two medical plans (single and family), dental, vision, company paid life insurance, voluntary short-term disability, voluntary long term disability, voluntary supplemental life insurance, critical illness coverage, voluntary accident insurance. Benefits eligibility is first of the month after 60 days of employment.
• 401K plan with employer match is available
• Paid holidays
• PTO (combination of vacation, sick and personal) after 90 days of employment
• FMLA: Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act
• Starting pay range is $21.00 - $22/hr. with opportunity for overtime dependent upon business needs.

JOIN US

If you’re ready to operate with precision, take pride in your craft, and be part of a team that delivers excellence in every box, we’d love to hear from you.