Night Shift Plastic Blow Molder — Growth & Benefits

Graham Packaging Company; Idle Hour (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

Graham Packaging Company is seeking an Operator I for the night shift in Lexington, Kentucky. This role operates on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule and supports plastic blow molding lines to produce containers safely and efficiently.

The Operator handles mold changes, basic line adjustments, and routine quality checks while coordinating with supervision and maintenance teams to minimize scrap and downtime.

Qualifications

• Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Proficient computer usage, typing, and basic software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments.

Responsibilities

• Operate a group of plastic blow molding machines safely and efficiently.
• Make adjustments or minor repairs to ensure high quality output.
• Perform mold, insert, and color changes on the line as needed.
• Conduct basic processing to improve machine efficiency and reduce scrap.
• Assist with preventative maintenance and line troubleshooting.
• Support training of new Operators and collaborate with maintenance.
• Document operations and communicate with shift supervisor.

Skills

Attendance

Computer skills

Communication

Under pressure

Independent work

Team collaboration

Job description

Graham Packaging Company is seeking an Operator I for the night shift in Lexington, Kentucky. This role operates on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule and supports plastic blow molding lines to produce containers safely and efficiently.

The Operator handles mold changes, basic line adjustments, and routine quality checks while coordinating with supervision and maintenance teams to minimize scrap and downtime.