Sorter - 1st Shift - $18.90/hr - Recycling Plant

Graham Packaging Company; Spring Garden Township (York County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits from day one

Vacation after 90 days

Job summary

Graham Packaging Company is seeking a industrious Sorter for our Recycling Plant in York, PA. The role features a 1st shift (6:48 AM - 3:00 PM), Monday through Friday, with starting pay of $18.90 per hour.

Weekly pay and benefits begin day one, with vacation after 90 days. Join a safety‑driven team focused on material sorting, color separation, and contamination removal while maintaining a clean work station and following all safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Effective communication and teamwork are essential.
• Experience in manufacturing is a plus.
• Safety regulations and procedures must be followed.

Responsibilities

• Sort raw materials on production lines for processing.
• Sort contamination out of raw materials.
• Sort raw material colors.
• Perform housekeeping duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Train fellow employees as requested.
• Keep work station clean and follow safety regulations.

Skills

Regular attendance

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Safety compliance

Job description

Company Statement

Graham 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. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.

Overview

Graham Packaging Company is looking for a Sorter based in York, PA, at the Recycling Plant.

We have an opening for 1st Shift, which operates 6:48 AM - 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

The starting pay for this position is $18.90 per hour.

Weekly Pay and Benefits Effective Day One and Vacation after 90-days!

Responsibilities

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Sort raw materials on the production lines for processing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sort contamination out of raw materials
• Sort raw material colors
• Perform housekeeping duties as assigned by supervisors
• Clean out dryers on blade changes and blade rotations
• Keep work station clean
• Follow all safety regulations and requirements
• Train fellow employees as requested
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

Previous manufacturing experience a plus.

Production Specialists are required to interact with managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position:

• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• 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 orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Compensation Statement

The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits Statement

Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company's 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

EEO Disclaimer

Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.