Graham Packaging Maintenance / Machine Operator Career Fair on March 12th - 13th!!!

Graham Packaging is holding a Manufacturing Machine Operator Career Fair in Bradenton, FL.

We offer competitive weekly pay, room for career growth, and great benefits effective on day one!

• Career Fair Address: 700 13th Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208 (Trop HQ).
• 1st Date & Time: Wednesday, March 12th from 3pm to 7pm.
• 2nd Date & Time: Thursday, March 13th from 8am to 11am.

What to bring to this event: Apply via our website at www.grahampackaging.com/careers OR Bring a resume and a cell phone that we can text an application to.

What to wear: Casual, come as you are but please be presentable (Closed-toed shoes required, no shorts, or tank tops). Steel-toe boots are preferred to tour our facility.

Please note: To expedite the interview process, please complete your application in advance by applying directly through our website at www.grahampackaging.com/careers.

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These openings are for:

• 1st shift which operates during the hours of 6:48am- 3:00pm.
• 2nd shift which operates during the hours of 2:48pm to 11pm AND
• 3rd shift which operates during the hours of 11pm to 7am.

**Rotational schedule - work 5 alternating nights and 2 nights off. Weekends are required based on schedule rotation.

Pay: Starting at $20.35/hr. plus $1.50 night shift differential.

Weekly Pay and Benefits Effective Day One!

The Operator is responsible for operating a given number of plastic blow molding machines (including in-line equipment), and makes necessary adjustments or minor repairs to ensure production of containers is made in a safe, efficient and high quality manner. The primary duties of an Operator include:

• Understands, follows and enforces all established safety, health, quality GMP and Company policies, procedures and recognized practices.
• Understands, follows and enforces all established policies, procedures and recognized practices.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement projects and other related activities as assigned
• Operate a group of plastic blow molding machines and auxiliary equipment producing a container in a safe and high quality method.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement projects and other related activities as assigned.
• Perform and/or assists in mold, insert and color changes on the line.
• Perform basic processing of injection and/or blow molding machines to improve machine efficiency and reduce scrap.
• Perform tasks and responsibilities of any Utility position during slow periods and/or as needed.
• Monitor HDPE/PET resin (if applicable), dryer, material handling and color systems for appropriate processing conditions.
• Make frequent on time quality checks on products being produced from established quality standards.
• Assist other Operators and maintenance personnel on mechanical repairs.
• Perform assigned preventative maintenance work.
• Maintain work area to acceptable safety and housekeeping standards.
• Complete and file all required documentation in an orderly and timely manner.
• Communicate with the Production Shift Supervisor to coordinate production line support staff in accomplishing the lines’ objectives.
• Verify material usage per standards
• Perform minor troubleshooting and programming on the line. Notify leads and supervisors of any major problems or questions.
• Operate equipment to minimize the generation and maximize the consumption of regrind, purge and scrap within customer specifications where applicable.
• Properly identify regrind and chunk produced.
• Communicate processing information to designated personnel on incoming shift. Assist other Operators as needed.
• Assist in the training of new Operators.
• Limited travel may be required

Qualifications

Operators are required to interact with managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position:

• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.35 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 6% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• blow mold machine operator: 2 years (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 3 years (Preferred)
• machine operator: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bradenton, FL 34202: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20