Assistant Machine Operator, First and Second Shifts

Job overview

The Assistant Machine Operator, First and Second Shifts role is onsite in Sandston, VA. Pay is $18–$19 per hour. Hood Container Corporation is a family-owned mill-to-market company specializing in containerboard, kraft paper, corrugated boxes, high-graphic displays, and contract packaging. The assistant supports production by helping set up and adjust machinery, monitoring operations, performing routine cleaning and maintenance, handling materials and finished products, and reporting equipment or product issues. The work helps maintain safe production flow and support quality and daily output targets.

What you'll do

• Assist machine operators with setup and adjustments
• monitor machinery and report malfunctions
• perform routine cleaning and maintenance
• load raw materials and remove finished products
• follow safety protocols and maintain an organized work area
• communicate production status and equipment needs
• observe output and report defects.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant machine operator

first shift

second shift

sandston va

hood container corporation

paper and packaging

machine setup

production support

quality control

$18–$19/hour

safety procedures

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting covers first and second shifts; second-shift candidates must be able to train on first shift.

About the employer

HOOD CONTAINER CORPORATION is hiring for this role. Industry: Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing. Sector: 32.