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Machine Operator - Multiple Levels & Shifts Available

Dart Container
Federalsburg, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/23/2026
NOW HIRING!

Want to help build what's next? Dart's Federalsburg, MD facility serves as a key manufacturing hub for paper cup production, and we're continuing to grow. We're looking for talented Machine Operators to join our team as we expand production capacity and add new production lines. This is an opportunity to be part of an exciting period of growth while operating our paper production machinery safely and efficiently. If you're detail-oriented, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Schedule

Work a rotating 2-2-3 schedule with 12-hour shifts, giving you every other weekend off. Available shifts:

  • 7:00 pm - 7:00 am (includes $2/hour shift premium )
  • 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Who We Are…

We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers, ensuring you can enjoy your food and drinks anytime, anywhere. Join us, and let’s raise a cup to good times!

What We Offer…

  • Competitive starting pay: Level II – $22/hour | Level III – $25/hour
  • Shift premium: $2/hr for overnight shifts
  • Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more!
  • Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities
  • Weekly pay
  • A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety
  • Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement  
  • Paid holidays and paid time off  

What You’ll Do…

  • Set up, start, troubleshoot, and properly shut down process equipment
  • Operate machinery from raw materials through finished goods
  • Diagnose and resolve equipment or material issues
  • Maintain production logs and reports
  • Use SAP to perform production processes
  • Perform general preventative maintenance on equipment

What You’ll Need…

  • Level II: 2 years of experience operating manufacturing and process control equipment or equivalent technical school or apprentice experience
  • Level III: 3 years of experience with advanced knowledge of machines and material processes
  • Previous plant production software experience required; SAP experience preferred
  • Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot problems including knowledge of machines and tools, their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
  • Previous powered industrial truck experience, preferred

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.

https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/

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 ADArequests@dart.biz. 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 applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.

Salary : $2 - $25

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