Calendar Operator

Manufacturing – Calendar Operator | Direct Hire | Superior Skilled Trades

Location:

Delaware City, DE

Hourly Rate: $26–$29/hour + shift differential

Schedule:

6a-2o / 2p-10p Rotating Shift

Weekly

Hours:

Full-time

Superior Skilled Trades is partnered with a global manufacturer of rigid packaging solutions with five locations worldwide. Their pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Delaware City, Delaware specializes in high-quality packaging products supporting regulated life science and healthcare markets. The company is known for its strong safety culture, commitment to quality and compliance, and for providing long-term career growth opportunities within a collaborative manufacturing environment.

This is a Direct Hire Opportunity
. As a Calendar Operator, you will operate and monitor calendering equipment used in pharmaceutical packaging production. You will be responsible for machine setup, quality inspection, troubleshooting, and ensuring all production activities meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards. You must have previous Calendar Operator experience.

• Operate and monitor calendering machines to produce materials according to production specifications.
• Set up machinery by adjusting rollers, temperature, speed, and pressure to achieve required product quality and thickness.
• Inspect materials during production to ensure compliance with quality control and cGMP standards.
• Load raw materials and unload finished products for packaging or further processing.
• Perform routine equipment cleaning, maintenance, and minor troubleshooting.
• Record production data including material usage, output quantities, and machine performance.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to meet schedules and resolve process issues.
• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE and lockout/tagout requirements.

• High School Diploma or GED required (verified prior to start).
• 1–3 years of manufacturing Calendar Operator experience.
• Experience with troubleshooting, production yields, and working within cGMP and ISO standards.
• Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work a 24/7 rotating shift schedule.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Short-term disability & employee life insurance
• Shift differential pay
• Work uniforms provided
• Long-term growth and advancement opportunities

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on your feet for extended periods.
• Regularly lift and move up to 50 lbs.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with machinery, noise, and PPE requirements.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity for machine operation and quality inspection.