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Lead Print Operator - Paper Center of Excellence

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Date: May 8, 2026

Location: Leola, PA, US

Company: Dart Container

Grow with us and get $4,000 in bonuses after your first year!

Are you ready to make a real impact on the production floor every single day? We're looking for a hands-on, experienced Lead Print Operator to join our high-performing team. In this critical role, you'll take ownership of print operations on the production floor, leading your team in producing high-quality printed products that meet customer expectations and manufacturing standards.

Available Shift:

11:00 pm - 7:00 am

What You'll Do - Key Results

Drive safety, quality, and efficiency by meeting or exceeding Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Lead machine operations across production lines and departments

Monitor floor operations, audit processes, and escalate issues when needed

Coordinate with supervisors to align staffing, resources, and schedules

Perform and lead advanced equipment troubleshooting and root cause analysis

Support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives

Train and coach operators, ensuring full understanding of procedures and standards

Complete accurate production reporting and documentation

Foster clear communication across shifts to maintain smooth transitions

What You Bring - Competencies

Leadership that inspires performance, accountability, and teamwork

A proactive mindset focused on results and continuous improvement

Strong mechanical problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Effective collaboration and communication across departments

The ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Experience and Skills:

High School Diploma or GED

Minimum 2 years (external) or 1 year (internal) of machine operating experience in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated leadership or team lead experience

Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot complex equipment

Strong math skills and blueprint reading capabilities

Working knowledge of production software (SAP preferred)

Proficiency in English for communication, safety, and training

Preferred:

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Experience in a lead or training role

Familiarity with specialized equipment (e.g., thermoforming, extrusion, injection molding)

Experience with preventive maintenance practices

Prior powered industrial truck (PIT) 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.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at ... Ext 3370 or email us at .... Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.

If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call ... Ext 3390 or email us at ... for assistance.

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