Mixer/Blender Material Room Operator (Night Shift/Windsor St) - $23.85/hr

Graham Packaging - Global; York (York County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mixer/Blender Material Room Operator for the night shift. This role involves operating forklifts, maintaining equipment, and ensuring product quality in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The company values a collaborative culture and offers competitive pay starting at $23.85 per hour, with additional benefits effective from day one. Join a team that promotes safety, integrity, and continuous improvement while contributing to sustainable packaging solutions. If you're ready to take on new challenges and grow in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Wellness Program

Qualifications

• 1+ year of forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Excellent computer usage and typing skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and maintain cleanliness in regrind rooms.
• Follow safety rules and report quality defects promptly.
• Assist blow-mold operators and keep machines stocked.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Job description

Company StatementGraham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow.

Overview

Graham Packaging Company is looking for a Mixer/Blender Material Room Operator based in York, PA. This opening is for NIGHT SHIFT/3RD SHIFT which operates during the hours of 7pm-7am.

• Weekly pay starting at $23.85 per hour.
• Additional $3.00 shift differential for night shifts.
• Benefits (medical, dental, vision, and 401k with match) effective on day one!

Material Handlers work under general supervision, work safely, provide the highest quality, defect free product to our customer as well as meet all the requirements of a Material Handler. The primary duties of a Forklift Operator include:

• Follow all established safety, health, quality GMP and Company policies, procedures and recognized practices.
• Follow all safety rules and safety requirements of the position and the plant.
• Understand and know all LOTO Procedures and follow them.
• Report all Quality defects to the Quality department to be addressed ASAP.
• May be required to pump railcars for Resin Supply.
• Maintain equipment in regrind rooms.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the regrind rooms.
• Be able to change color, adhesive and EVOH gaylords.
• Operate forklift and/or clamp truck in compliance with safety standards.
• Properly weigh and tag all regrind boxes.
• Keep all machines stocked with raw material.
• Assist in creating the orderly flow of both raw-material & finished product.
• Support blow-mold operators at all times as concerns the material handler responsibilities.
• Respond to alarms in a timely manner to prevent unnecessary downtime.
• Operate a variety of buttons, switches, dials and controls as well as computerized equipment.
• Climb up, over, in and around the equipment in a safe manner, including regularly stepping up 1 foot and occasionally climbing 5-8 stairs on a ladder to check equipment.
• Work near hot and cold parts and around moving mechanical parts. Start and stop machines as needed to perform maintenance or troubleshoot problems.
• Remember and apply a large body of knowledge pertaining to machine operation features and product features, involving many variables.
• Fill out related forms for Production and Quality.
• Limited travel may be required.

Qualifications

Minimum of 1 year forklift experience preferred.

Material Handlers are required to interact with other managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential:

• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is made in accordance with legal mandates within certain U.S. jurisdictions. The final salary depends on individual qualifications and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in the company’s 401K plan and participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Paid time off is provided as per company policy and state law.

EEO Disclaimer

Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, disability, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.