Ride Operator, 16+, Weekends Only

Dorney Park; Womelsdorf (Berks County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Dorney Park in the Lancaster Area, PA, is seeking a 2nd Shift Machine Operator to set up, operate, monitor, and perform basic maintenance on production equipment while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity standards. Immediate interviews and weekly pay are offered.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, operating die-cutting and rewinding equipment, entering data into MRP systems, and maintaining a clean, compliant work area on a Monday–Friday 2:00 PM–10:30 PM schedule.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and production documentation.
• Perform basic maintenance on production machinery and adjust equipment.
• Ensure quality inspections and identify defects to minimize waste.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and perform basic maintenance on production machinery.
• Monitor schedules, maintain workflow, and report issues to supervisors.
• Inspect products for defects and adjust machines to meet specs.
• Read blueprints and work orders to meet production requirements.
• Enter production data into MRP/ERP systems accurately.
• Handle materials and ensure proper labeling, traceability, and inventory.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area following procedures.

Skills

Machine operation

Blueprint reading

Quality inspections

MRP/ERP systems

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

2nd Shift Machine Operator

Join a stable manufacturing team as a 2nd Shift Machine Operator. In this role, you will set up, operate, monitor, and perform basic maintenance on production equipment while ensuring quality, safety, and productivity standards are met. This position offers immediate interview opportunities and weekly pay.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and perform basic maintenance on production machinery, including inspection, die‑cutting, and rewinding equipment.
• Monitor production schedules, maintain workflow, and communicate production issues to supervisors.
• Inspect products for quality defects and make machine adjustments to minimize waste and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, production orders, work instructions, and process sheets to meet production requirements.
• Complete production paperwork accurately and enter production data into MRP systems and databases.
• Handle raw materials, work‑in‑process, and finished goods while maintaining proper labeling, traceability, and inventory accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all quality, security, and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating or manufacturing experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and production documentation.
• Experience with quality inspections and defect identification preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and equipment adjustment experience.
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems and production data entry.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to work Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM-10:30 PM.

Why Apply?

• Immediate interviews available.
• Weekly pay.
• Clean, climate‑controlled manufacturing facility.
• Opportunity to learn multiple machines and expand technical skills.
• Stable company with long‑term growth opportunities.
• Monday‑Friday schedule with weekends off.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Shift and Pay

Shift: 2nd Shift (2:00 PM – 10:30 PM, Monday‑Friday)

Pay: Competitive, based on experience.

Pay range: $21.00 – $23.00/hr.

Location & Work Type

Location: Lancaster Area, PA.

Job Type & Location: Contract to Hire.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available.
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents).
• Short and long‑term disability.
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Transportation benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

EEO Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.