Machine Operator *Starting at $22.00 per hour*

Custom Processing Services; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Custom Processing Services in Reading, Berks County, is hiring a Machine Operator starting at $22.00 per hour for a full-time position. The role includes handling raw materials, operating chemical processing equipment, and maintaining a clean work area.

Benefits include competitive pay, bonuses, health insurance after 30 days, and more. Applicants must have a High School Diploma/GED and be authorized to work in the U.S. Unique work schedules promote work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Willingness to wear a respirator throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound raw feed and prepare for processing.
• Stage, sample material, and maintain high traceability.
• Operate chemical processing equipment safely.
• Take samples and manage quality testing.
• Maintain clean equipment and work area.

Skills

Understanding of basic math

Ability to operate mobile equipment

Safety awareness and equipment maintenance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Machine Operator *Starting at $22.00 per hour*

Full‑time position.

Custom Processing Services provides contract manufacturing/toll processing services to a wide variety of industries. Specialized processes center on particle size reduction using a number of methods including jaw crushing, pulverizing, micronizing and media milling. Additional services such as flash drying, surface treatments, blending, dispersing and packaging are also available. The Processing Pros provide new product development assistance from R&D concepts through commercialisation. In addition to CPS's technical grade facilities, a state‑of‑the‑art, dedicated building is available for cGMP processing.

Shift Schedule and Differential

• Weekday Nights (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and every other Monday; 6:45 pm – 7:15 am)
• Weekend Days (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and every other Monday; 6:45 am – 7:15 pm) – $1.50 per hour shift differential
• Weekend Nights (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and every other Monday; 6:45 pm – 7:15 am) – $2.00 per hour shift differential

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound raw feed and prepare for processing
• Stage and sample material, maintaining high level traceability and lot integrity
• Operate advanced chemical processing equipment safely and within controlled process parameters
• Take samples of product and manage quality test, recording results
• Operate mobile equipment such as pallet jacks and fork trucks
• Maintain clean equipment and a clean and organised work area
• Perform routine general upkeep on equipment
• High frequency of batch ticket and documentation completion
• Other tasks as needed to support the team’s success
  • Lift up to 75 lbs.
  • Understanding of basic math including adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, fractions, percentages, decimals, conversions, etc.
  • High School Diploma/GED required
  • Ability to wear a respirator throughout your shift

Benefits

• Competitive pay on a weekly pay schedule
• High performance bonus incentives for most opportunities
• Unique work schedules that allow for work/life balance
• Exceptional Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available after 30 days of employment (with employer contribution)
• Employer‑paid Health Reimbursement Account covering at least half of your medical insurance deductible depending on the deductible option you choose
• Access to a pre‑tax Flexible Spending Account for healthcare and dependent care available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance available after 30 days of employment
• 10+ Paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with employer match available after 6 months of employment
• Employee Assistance Program offering free services such as confidential counselling, legal, and financial services, will preparation, and wellness programmes
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities (20% off tuition at a local university!)
• Thanksgiving Turkey for you and your family to enjoy
• Fun events such as our Summer Picnic, Christmas Party, Manufacturing Day celebration, and more!

Equal Opportunity Employment

CPS will not unlawfully discriminate based upon race, colour, sex, national origin or ancestry, religion, age, disability, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, or any prohibited basis. This commitment applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotion, compensation, discipline, discharge, and any term or condition of employment. All employment decisions will be made and all personnel policies construed in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local anti‑discrimination laws. All unlawful discrimination is prohibited.

Authorization to Work in the United States

It is a precondition of employment for Custom Processing Services that the employee has the authorization to work in the United States.