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Canning Line Operator

Carlisle, PA ยท On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

3rd shift Job Summary: The canning line operator is responsible for leading the operation of the canning line, ensuring specifications are properly followed, training new crew members, and ensuring a ...

Canning Line Operator

Carlisle, PA

$16.25 - $20/hr

3rd shift Job Summary: The canning line operator is responsible for leading the operation of the canning line, ensuring specifications are properly followed, training new crew members, and ensuring a ...

Job Duties โ— Responsible for shift production and team leadership for the beverage canning line ... P.C. we are committed to operating in alignment with our values of being a socially, economically ...

Canning Line Lead

Portland, OR ยท On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Job Duties โ€ข Responsible for shift production and team leadership for the beverage canning line ... P.C. we are committed to operating in alignment with our values of being a socially, economically ...

Line Operator- 3rd Shift

Clinton, TN ยท On-site

$17.50/hr

Line Operator Location: Clinton, TN Schedule: 11:00pm-7:15am Starting Pay: $ 17.50/ hour Shift ... Our Amazing Benefits! * 3rd Shift 11pm-7:15am * Pay : $17.50 plus $2.00/HR for night shift ...

Line Operator Location: Clinton, TN Schedule: 11:00pm-7:15am Starting Pay: $ 17.50/ hour Shift ... Our Amazing Benefits! * 3rd Shift 11pm-7:15am * Pay : $17.50 plus $2.00/HR for night shift ...

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How much do 3rd shift canning line operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3rd shift canning line operator in the United States is $18.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 3Rd Shift Canning Line Operator vs 2Nd Shift Canning Line Operator?

Aspect3Rd Shift Canning Line Operator2Nd Shift Canning Line Operator
Work HoursNight shift, typically 11 PM - 7 AMAfternoon to evening shift, typically 3 PM - 11 PM
CredentialsHigh school diploma, basic manufacturing certificationsHigh school diploma, similar certifications
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plant, noisy, fast-pacedManufacturing plant, noisy, fast-paced
Industry UsageCommon in food and beverage manufacturingCommon in food and beverage manufacturing

The main difference between a 3Rd Shift Canning Line Operator and a 2Nd Shift Canning Line Operator is the work hours. Both roles require similar skills, credentials, and work environments, but they operate during different shifts to ensure continuous production. The choice depends on personal preference for working night versus afternoon shifts.

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Infographic showing various 3Rd Shift Canning Line Operator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,697 per year, or $18.1 per hour.
Canning Line Operator

Canning Line Operator

Carlisle Companies, Inc.

Carlisle, PA โ€ข On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

3rd shift
Job Summary:
The canning line operator is responsible for leading the operation of the canning line, ensuring specifications are properly followed, training new crew members, and ensuring a clean and safe work area. The canning line operator is also responsible for properly packaging a range of roofing adhesives and sealants into 1, 2.5, 5, and 55-gallon containers and totes.
  • Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Operate can filling equipment to fill 1, 2.5, and 5-gallon cans of adhesives.
  • Assisting in making boxes to package 1-gallon cans.
  • Manually date coding 1, 2.5, & 5-gallon cans
  • Filling and labeling pint size sample cans for Quality Assurance
  • Setting up for 1-gallon cans and date coder
  • Cleaning canning line conveyor rollers daily
  • Connecting to the proper surge tank
  • Cleaning lines between product changes
  • Maintaining proper housekeeping in the work area
  • Filling out necessary production and Quality Assurance paperwork
  • Changing strainer baskets
  • Complete communication log at the beginning and end of the shift with the previous and upcoming operators
  • Input data on SQDC board at the end of the shift.

Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge:
    • Processing specifications and grading standards for the canning line
    • Operation of the canning line and its component parts
    • Lockout/tagout procedures
    • Fork truck operation
    • Proper packaging
    • Housekeeping and job breakdown
  • Skills:
    • Basic mathematical calculations
    • Reading and comprehension of processing specifications, grading standards, SDS's (Safety Data Sheets), gauges, meters certification sheets, bills of lading, and purchasing specifications
    • Filling out work orders, LOTO books, incident reports, production, and quality paperwork
    • Leadership
    • Training new crew members on safety measures and problem solving
    • Driving a fork truck
    • Computer operations - Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Abilities:
    • Leading a crew of employees
    • Working with a team
    • Operating scale and pump motors, HMI process control panel, and viscometer

Competencies:
  • Teamwork
    • Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration
  • Managing Change
    • Able to find common ground solutions despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered
  • Continuous Improvement
    • Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better to all aspects of the role
  • Customer Focus
    • Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external) and keeps the customer's needs in mind
  • Continuous Learning
    • Understands individual strengths, opportunity areas, and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas
  • Drive for Results
    • Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems and align goals with attainment of organizational strategy

Education & Experience:
  • Experience: 2 years of manufacturing/warehouse experience

Equipment & Data Used:
Equipment run on the job: forklift, pallet jack, scales, pumps, HMI process control computer
  • Tools required on the job: knives, scissors, wrenches, push broom, Stickney gauge, tape measure, hot knife, writing utensils, calculator, and miscellaneous hand tools
  • Data used on the job: processing specifications, grading standards, internal office memos, quality reports, production schedules, and electronic communications

Work Environment/Time Worked:
  • Work Environment:
    • Plant ambient temperature in the summer matches outside temperature
    • Plant is heated in the winter
    • Exposure to solvent fumes when cleaning (PPE Provided)
    • Pinch points on moving mechanical equipment
    • Sharp edges on box cutters
    • Heavy equipment including fork truck and hoist
    • Uniforms are issued and laundered by company
    • Can be fast paced
  • Time Worked:
    • Monday - Friday with Saturday/Sunday Overtime as business requires

Physical Requirements
  • Climbing - must be able to climb into and out of the fork truck
  • Stooping - when placing finished product cartons on pallets
  • Kneeling - during some portions of clean out process
  • Crouching - when filling 5-gallon pails
  • Reaching - reach to get empty pails and cases
  • Standing - must stand for majority of the shift
  • Walking - walking to take finished product to skid and get empty containers
  • Pushing - push filled cans onto conveyor and pushing buttons on the HMI process control computer
  • Pulling - pull full cases off table and pulling cans towards oneself to fill
  • Lifting - lift full boxes or cans from table or floor onto skid (Occasionally up to 62 lbs.), Vacuum hoist is also used to assist lifting as required
  • Grasping - must grasp cans before filling and boxing
  • Talking and Hearing - communicate with other members of plant frequently
  • Sight - must be able to see warnings, hazards, and SDS's (Safety Data Sheets)

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used:
  • Hearing Protection
  • Safety Shoes
  • Cut Resistant Gloves
  • Safety Glasses
  • PPE required for use of specific chemicals will be provided when needed