Machine Operator - Multiple Levels Based on Experience

Machine Operator - Multiple Levels Based on Experience

HIRING! A Place to Build Your Future! $21+/hr depending on experience + $2/hr shift premium for overnights Grow with us and get $4,000 in bonuses after your first year! If you are looking for a new Machine Operator opportunity with a leading company, Dart Container is looking for you to join our team! Our Pitney Road, Lancaster, PA facility is hiring! Within this role you will be responsible for safely operating the production machinery to run efficiently while maintaining our high standard of quality. Shift Availability (as of 5/6/2026): 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (12-hour overnights) on a 2-2-3 rotation with every other weekend required 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (12-hour dayshift) on a 2-2-3 rotation with every other weekend required

Core Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate must possess all of the following:

• Machine Operator I - Math skills to include simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Familiar with and ability to convert decimals to fractions or vice versa
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Ability to observe, follow, understand, and evaluate processes demonstrated and other workplace procedures
• Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

Machine Operator II - Two (2) years of experience operating manufacturing and process control equipment or equivalent technical school or apprentice experience

Previous plant production software experience required; SAP experience preferred

Math skills to include simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division

Familiar with and ability to convert decimals to fractions or vice versa

Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

Ability to observe, follow, understand, and evaluate processes demonstrated and other workplace procedures

Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Machine Operator I - Experience working in a manufacturing environment Six (6) months material handling or machine operations experience Technical school or apprenticeship experience Previous powered industrial truck experience

Machine Operator II - Previous powered industrial truck experience Paper converting, chemical/plastics processing and/or packaging industrial experience

Overview

Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We're a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we're proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits

Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer. *THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.