Machine Assistant Operator - 2nd Shift

Landisville, PA

Req #24001
Posted: 05/19/26
Salary: $26.15 per hour

Principle Accountabilities:  

  • Assist with machine set-up in accordance with proper setup techniques.
  • Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, scoring, folding, print, proper placement/application of the glue, etc., and communicate quality related issues back to operator and helper(s).
  • Ensure finished boxes are properly stacked for unitizing and/or palletizing.
  • Able to understand and follow instructions on factory card, as well as instruction given by operator.
  • Maximize the utilization of equipment by effectively assisting the operator to run the machinery at available capacity and speed.
  • Assist with training helper(s) with job duties on the machine.
  • Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to:  Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Lean Enterprise and Quality Data.
  • Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. 
  • Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
  • Adheres to production schedule.  Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. 
  • Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
  • Work with crew members for maximum efficiency of operation.
  • Switch duties with other crew members, which may include operating, feeding, pulling, stacking, and packing, as required.
  • Comply with all company policies, procedures and work rules, including but not limited to safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
  • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
  • Regular attendance and timeliness are required.

Basic Qualifications: 

  • High school diploma/GED.
  • Lifting up to 45 pounds.
  • Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.
  • Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.
  • Must be able to work 2nd shift

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment.
  • Experience in folding/gluing machine work.
  • Prior experience working as a crewmember on a machine crew.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Ability to work within a team, effectively communicating with members, and work independently.
  • Ability to follow instruction and execute written and verbal instructions.