Do you have a passion for precision, a mind for machines, and a natural talent for leadership? Join our high-performing team in Leola, PA as a Lead Machine Operator and play a critical role in keeping our production lines running smoothly and efficiently. Take your machine skills to the next level with a leadership role that keeps you on the floor and in the action.

Shift Availability: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Who we are…

We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers, ensuring you can enjoy your food and drinks anytime, anywhere. Join us, and let’s raise a cup to good times!

What we offer…

• Competitive pay starting at $28.00 per hour
• Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more!
• Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities
• Weekly pay
• A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety
• Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and paid time off

What you'll do...

• Provide lead support over machine operations within the plant that may span multiple departments, production lines, processes and/or technologies
• Audit the floor as required by Leader Standard Work, monitor productivity metrics, verify adherence to procedures and standard work, correct deficiencies and escalate to supervisor as necessary
• Coordinate with supervisor to review and maintain schedules to ensure resources are available to meet schedule. Ensure that accurate information is reported, and the appropriate paperwork is completed and turned in
• Communicate with oncoming shifts about any problems or issues that are occurring. Work with other departments to maintain or improve communications
• Notify supervisor immediately and recommend solutions if there are issues that will prevent achievement of efficiency goals

What you’ll need…

• At least two (2) years of related machine operating experience working in a fast-paced work environment
• High School Diploma or GED
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot complex problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• 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

Apply now and take the next step in your career with a company that values hard work, leadership, and continuous improvement!

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.

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