Machine Operator
BUCKEYE CORRUGATED · Syracuse, NY
On-siteFull-time$20–$26/hr
Raised $4.4M in Aug 2026Posted Sep 23, 2025
Operate printing presses and die cutters to produce corrugated products in a manufacturing plant. Responsible for safe machine setup, operation, cleanup and maintenance while monitoring quality and helping train new associates.
What you'll do
- Operate printing presses and/or die cutters to make corrugated products
- Follow safety rules and ensure machine guards work properly
- Monitor product quality and use quality control systems
- Maintain machine and complete preventative maintenance on schedule
- Assist in training new associates and keep equipment clean
Requirements
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy
- Willingness and ability to work overtime
- Works well in a team setting
Nice to have
- High school diploma or GED
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- Disability benefits
- 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays
- Bonus plan
- Employee stock ownership opportunity
- $2.00 per hour shift differential
- Quarterly bonuses
Skills
Die CuttingPreventative MaintenancePrinting Press OperationQuality Control
Outlined skills are listed as required.
Full original description
BCI Syracuse is looking for the top 5% of the workforce who value taking pride in their work, enjoy a competitive environment and strive to be the best. In this position, you will be responsible for assisting in all activities associated with safely running our equipment, including setup, operation and cleanup.
Work Schedule:
- 1st Shift: Mondays-Fridays; 5:00AM-1:30PM
- 2nd Shift: Mondays-Thursdays; 1:30PM-12:00AM (4-day work week)
Compensation:
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Follow established safety rules, policies and procedures at all times
- Monitor product quality and ensure that the quality control systems are being utilized properly
- Ensure that all safety guards are in place and operate properly on the machine
- Assist in maintaining discipline of assigned operators; make recommendations/report observations to supervisors
- Drive production and efficiency of assigned machine center
- Assist in training new associates to safely perform their duties in the most efficient way possible while upholding the highest quality standards
- Maintain machine to ensure all preventative maintenance has been completed by the scheduled time
- Recommend changes in methods, equipment, material handling and similar projects for improvements in efficiencies or standards of practice
- Operate printing presses and/or die cutters to make a variety of corrugated products
- Ensure that equipment is clean and organized
- Become knowledgeable of paper properties, setting up a press and managing colors
- Promote morale and wellness of Crew Members
- Other tasks as assigned by supervisor
- Full-time role in a manufacturing plant/warehouse setting
Desired Skills & Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Ability to understand and follow both verbal and written instructions
- Ability to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy
- Works well with others in a team setting
- Shows dependability on the job – willingness and ability to work overtime
- Quality and results oriented
- Demonstrates a professional attitude and even-tempered response through interactions with others
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or graphic form
- Ability to solve problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations
About BCI
Buckeye Corrugated, Inc. (BCI) is a privately held, employee-owned company with twelve (12) corrugated manufacturing facilities, providing an extensive range of corrugated packaging products. Located in ten states, our services and capabilities include custom-designed corrugated packaging, point-of-purchase displays, point-of-sale packaging along with fulfillment and logistics. Simply stated, we do not just make boxes. We build the means to shape impressions and influence perceptions.
BCI provides competitive pay and a robust benefits package including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision and life insurance, disability benefits, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, as well as a bonus plan and opportunity for employee stock ownership.