Machine Operator - 2nd shift

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world’s most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability,
Greif packages life’s essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company’s Customized Polymer
, Sustainable Fiber
, Durable Metal
, and Integrated Solutions at  and follow Greif on Instagram and Linked In.

OUR VISION:

Being the customer service company in the world.

OUR

PURPOSE:

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #: 033451 Machine Operator - 2nd shift / 90 Day Sign-On Bonus (Open)

Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, growing from its beginnings in Cleveland, Ohio, to a global footprint across more than 30 countries and 200-plus locations.

Under direct supervision, performs routine activities associated with various types of assembly machine operation and/or setup. Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. Positions stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template.

• Monitors blow molding machine by pushing buttons.
• Removes plastic parts from machine by hand. May be required to use step(s) to enter machine or work platform.
• Removes flash (excess plastic) from parts.
• Inspects parts for defects.
• Monitors quality of product and notifies process techs, and/or quality.
• Weighs parts as required in work instructions.
• Allows flash to cool and grind.
• Grind defective parts.
• Performs secondary operation per work instruction.
• Follows instructions as shown on work instruction.
• Logs in and logs out of the Shop Floor Monitoring System at the start of the shift, before and after each break period and at the end of the shift.
• Enters rejects into the Shop Floor Monitoring System.
• Packages production parts as shown in the work instruction.
• Maintains effective communication with the Process Tech, Plant Manager, and other members of Management.
• Must be able to comprehend and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to perform all production tasks while following the procedures outlined in the work instruction.
• Must maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times.
• Measures finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications.
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustment and maintenance.
• Other duties as required.
• Follow safety regulations.

• Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and up to 2 years of relevant experience.

• Willingness to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Ability to interpret and translate job specifications for production machineries.
• Fundamental understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment.

• Bending, twisting, lifting overhead, lifting carrying barrels and lids. Carrying up to 25 pounds throughout the day.
• Exposure to excessive hot and cold temperatures.

At Greif, your work has purpose, colleagues care about your well‑being, and you have the opportunity to grow and thrive. Service and leadership are the core of everything we do. Our global presence provides us a platform to do good in the world.

The pay range for this position is $15.82 - $23.70. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $18.00 to $18.00. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role.

The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short‑term incentive.

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including…