Manufacturing Machine Operator

At Ecore, we transform reclaimed rubber into innovative performance surfaces that protect people and the planet. Our products power everything from playgrounds and gyms to hospitals, courts, and even rockets-helping people in motion be their strongest, healthiest selves. As a high-growth, sustainability-driven company, we're leading the way in circular innovation by keeping rubber out of landfills and turning waste into wellness, safety, and performance. We're excited to find individuals who are eager to be part of a team that's driving global impact through innovation, sustainability, and purpose.

Location: 715 Fountain Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601

Pay: $18.00-$21.00/hour plus shift differential

Shifts:

• 2nd: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• 3rd: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

About the Role

Join our team as a Manufacturing Machine Operator ! We're hiring for multiple positions in a dynamic rubber manufacturing environment. These roles involve operating specialized machinery, ensuring product quality, and supporting production goals in a fast-paced setting.

Machines in Operation

• Demolder Operator- responsible for removing finished products from molds, preparing molds for the next production cycle, and ensuring product quality through collaboration with Peelers and Mixers. This role involves operating equipment safely, performing quality checks, maintaining accurate production
• Peeler Operator- responsible for operating and maintaining peeling equipment to process customer orders to lengths and thickness. Ensure efficiency, adherence to safely and standards of fast paced manufacturing.
• Line Operator: transform raw materials into high-quality tile products by operating press machines and ensuring precision throughout the production process. This role combines hands-on work with attention to detail-setting formulas, inspecting quality, and maintaining equipment-while keeping the workspace clean and safe.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate machine safely and efficiently
• Perform quality inspections and ensure compliance with standards
• Input and retrieve data from ERP systems
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with team members
• Maintain attention to detail while managing machine interfaces

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Basic math and computer skills; ERP experience preferred
• Safety-conscious and able to work overtime as needed

Work Environment

• Rubber manufacturing facility
• Loud, dusty, and not climate-controlled
• PPE required: safety glasses, steel/composite toe boots, ear protection

What we offer you:

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage
• 401k with a company match
• PTO Hours are accrued from Day 1
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for development and internal promotions
• Two minute walk to eco-friendly public transportation from rabbittransit

Sometimes the best jobs get missed because people think they don't have what it takes. At Ecore, we know hard work, reliability, and a good attitude matter most. No matter your background, experience, or where you've come from, if this job sounds like something you'd be proud to do, we're excited to meet you.

Ecore International is an equal opportunity employer. (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS: Ecore International and its subsidiaries participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If, after an applicant has been extended and accepted an offer of employment, the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including withdrawal of the offer of employment or terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, this employer may use E-Verify's photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' (USCIS) photograph.