Machine Operator - Multiple Levels Based on Experience
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Dart Container is hiring a Machine Operator - Multiple Levels Based on Experience. Dart Container is hiring a Machine Operator at its Lithonia, GA facility, offering $21.45+ per hour with a $2 overnight shift premium. The role involves safely operating production machinery to ensure efficient operation and high quality standards, requiring two years of relevant experience and proficiency in basic math and English.
Key focus areas include Operate production machinery safely to run efficiently while maintaining high quality standards.
Successful candidates bring 2 Years Operating Manufacturing And Process Control Equipment Or Equivalent Technical School Or Apprentice Experience and Previous Plant Production Software Experience. Important skills include Math Skills, Convert Decimals To Fractions, Mechanical Aptitude, Troubleshoot Problems, Knowledge Of Machines And Tools, and Observe Processes. Preferred (not required): SAP, Powered Industrial Truck Experience, Paper Converting Industrial Experience, and Chemical/Plastics Processing Industrial Experience.
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Machine Operator - Multiple Levels Based on Experience
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Date: Aug 6, 2026
Location: Thomaston, GA, US
Company: Dart Container
HIRING! A Place to Build Your Future!
$21.45+/hr depending on experience + $2/hr shift premium for overnights
If you are looking for a new Machine Operator opportunity with a leading company, Dart Container is looking for you to join our team! Our Lithonia, GA facility is hiring!
Within this role you will be responsible for safely operating the production machinery to run efficiently while maintaining our high standard of quality.
Shift Availability:
- 8pm- 8am
Core Skills and Qualifications:
The ideal candidate must possess all of the following:
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Two (2) years of experience operating manufacturing and process control equipment or equivalent technical school or apprentice experience
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Previous plant production software experience required; SAP experience preferred
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Math skills to include simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
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Familiar with and ability to convert decimals to fractions or vice versa
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Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
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Ability to observe, follow, understand, and evaluate processes demonstrated and other workplace procedures
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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
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
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Previous powered industrial truck experience
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Paper converting, chemical/plastics processing and/or packaging industrial experience
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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If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or email us at [email protected]. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.
If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at [email protected] for assistance.
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