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Estimated Pay info$20 per hour
Hours Full-time
Location Elkton, Maryland

About this job

Plastipak Lead Machine Operators are responsible for the coordination of production activities and personnel. You will communicate with the Supervisor and Shift Maintenance as to the reliability of the equipment within the department and work closely with the Supervisor and Shift Maintenance to ensure shift operational objectives are maintained.

We Offer

  • Set Schedules. Enjoy 12-hour shifts & a unique rotating schedule with 12-14 days off per month!

  • Stability. Our business is growing and we prioritize promotion from within!

  • Convenience. We are located right off Pulaski Highway!

  • Premium pay & benefits, including 18 days of paid time off a year!

You Will

  • Identify cause and affect issues on equipment within the department up to and including basic repairs and communicating them to the Team Leader and Shift Maintenance

  • Have operational understanding of all production equipment within the department

  • Have knowledge of the handling of all raw materials (tier sheets, top frames, scrap raw materials, pallets, stretch wrap and banding)

  • Observe all local and company safety policies and procedures as well as maintaining good housekeeping, 6S and GMP practices

  • Follow our ISO standards and how to locate plant procedural forms and work instructions

  • In absence of Supervisor, lead the shift towards operational goals, perform the pre-shift DDS shift operator huddle meeting, including designating daily tasks/line assignments and ensuring production schedule is followed

  • Initiate action(s) for food safety issues and report the issue(s) and action(s) taken to a member of the Food Safety Team

You Have

  • Successfully completed the Orientation Period

  • Proficient operation in all production equipment operation

  • Ability to understand verbal and written instructions

  • Ability to communicate verbally and give clear direction

  • Proven attendance, safety and quality record

  • Team oriented

  • Ability to multi-task

  • Computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Etc.)

  • Proven ability to lead a group of peers

  • Resolution of issues that may arise 

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

  • Wellness Programs
  • Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
  • EAP, Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Disability Insurance:  Short-Term & Long-Term
  • Accidental Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
  • Paid Time Off    - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
  • Paid Company Holidays
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
  • Caregiving via Care.com
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
  • Travel Assistance
  • Employee Discount Programs

*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Posting ID: 1274829003 Posted: 2026-07-05 Job Title: Beverage Area Lead