Utility / Baler Operator - Paper Center of Excellence

Date: Mar 2, 2026

Location: Leola, PA, US

Company: Dart Container

NOW HIRING! 

$20/hr plus $2/hr shift premium for overnight shifts 

  

We are seeking reliable Utility workers to join the growing team at our Leola, PA Paper facility to perform a variety of simple, manual tasks that support our production and warehouse processes. This role is essential in maintaining the efficiency of our operations by assisting with supporting tasks as needed. If you are hardworking, detail-oriented, and enjoy hands-on work in a team environment, we encourage you to apply!

 

Shift Availability: 

  • 7:00 am - 7:00 pm 
  • 7:00 pm - 7:00 am 

  

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… 

  • Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more! 
  • Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities 
  • A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety
  • Weekly pay
  • Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement   
  • Paid holidays and paid time off   

 

What you’ll do… 

  • Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently
  • Pull carts using a tugger
  • Operate the baler, paper baler, plastic baler, and shredder
  • Weigh materials accurately using a scale
  • Track bale tickets and complete data entry as required
  • Perform housekeeping duties throughout the facility
  • Clean up paper and scrap materials in production areas
  • Inspect materials for quality defects
  • Use equipment to move and stage bales
  • Support various basic production and recycling tasks as needed

  

What you’ll need...

  • Ability to safely operate industrial equipment (or willingness to be trained)
  • Demonstrated ability to follow workplace procedures and safety standards
  • Proven capability to meet safety and quality expectations
  • Basic computer skills for data entry
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Proficiency in English to ensure effective training and communication; prior manufacturing or production 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.


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