Machine Minder (3rd Shift)

Are you an experienced manufacturing operator who enjoys running equipment, solving problems, and keeping production moving?
We're looking for Machine Operators to join our Thomaston manufacturing team. In this role, you'll operate high-speed production equipment, monitor product quality, troubleshoot issues, perform changeovers, and help drive safe and efficient operations.
This position is ideal for candidates with experience operating automated manufacturing equipment in industries such as plastics, printing, packaging, textiles, food production, paper converting, injection molding, extrusion, or other continuous manufacturing environments.
$21.45+/hr depending on experience + $2/hr shift premium for overnights
Shift Availability:

~Operate and monitor high-speed manufacturing equipment
Identify and troubleshoot equipment or process issues
Conduct quality checks and ensure products meet specifications
Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures
Minimize downtime, waste, and production interruptions
Accurately complete production documentation
Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and production teams to maintain efficient operations
Machine Operator
Production Operator
Press Operator
Injection Molding Operator
Extrusion Operator
Manufacturing Technician
Packaging Operator
Industrial Equipment Operator
Experience operating automated manufacturing equipment
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Experience performing equipment setups and changeovers
Ability to identify and resolve production issues
Strong attention to quality and detail
Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed
Candidates Who Tend to Excel Here:
Plastics manufacturing
Injection molding
Printing press operations
Textile manufacturing
Packaging operations
Continuous-process manufacturing
High-volume production environments
If you've operated complex equipment, monitored quality, made adjustments while production was running, reduced downtime, or taken ownership of a manufacturing process, we'd like to speak with you.
Shift differential opportunities

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career growth opportunities
• Industry-leading manufacturing environment

Join a team where operators are trusted to make decisions, solve problems, and take ownership of the manufacturing process. If you have experience operating industrial equipment and are looking for your next opportunity, apply today.
Machine Operator • Process Technician • Production Operator • Manufacturing Technician • Press Operator • Injection Molding Operator • Extrusion Operator • Thermoforming Operator • Packaging Operator • Industrial Equipment Operator • Automated Manufacturing • High-Speed Production • Mechanical Troubleshooting • Changeovers • Quality Control • Continuous Manufacturing • Plastics Manufacturing
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.
Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.
*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.
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