Job Location: Winchester

Forklift Operator (Day and Night shifts available)

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  1. Job Title
    Forklift Operator (Day and Night shifts available)
  2. Job Location (City, State)
    Winchester, VA
  3. Salary Information (optional)
    $23.38 per hour (4% shift differential for night shift)
  4. Job Description

Southeastern Container, Inc. is one of the largest leading manufacturers of PET beverage bottles and preforms, proudly supplying the Coca-Cola bottling system throughout the East Coast and Midwest. For over 35 years, we’ve built a reputation for stability, quality, and sustained growth. We are now seeking talented individuals to join our team for the following role:

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of powered industrial trucks and related material-handling equipment to support manufacturing, warehousing, inventory storage, and shipping operations. This position moves finished goods, bottles, raw materials, preforms, packaging materials, and production supplies throughout the facility while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, food safety, and operational standards. The Forklift Operator supports production flow, inventory accuracy, customer shipments, and overall plant efficiency.

The following duties are representative of the position, dependent upon the designated and assigned area. Additional job-related duties may be assigned as operational needs require.

Material Handling and Production Support

Safely operate forklifts and other authorized material-handling equipment.
Supply pallets, top frames, tier sheets, packaging materials, and other production materials as required.
Transport finished goods from production areas to warehouse storage locations.
Stage materials for production and shipping activities.
Deliver preforms, resin, packaging materials, and other supplies to designated production areas.
Load and unload trailers in accordance with established procedures.
Ensure proper placement and storage of inventory using established warehouse and inventory-control systems.
Build and handle dunnage and reusable packaging materials as required.


Shipping and Inventory Responsibilities

Verify product identification, labeling, and load accuracy prior to shipment.
Complete shipping documentation and scan inventory transactions as required.
Assist with cycle counts and inventory-verification activities.
Operate a yard truck and move trailers after pre-loading materials.
Maintain product traceability and inventory accuracy.
Identify and report damaged product, inventory discrepancies, or shipping issues.


Equipment Operation and Inspection

Perform required pre-shift forklift inspections and document findings.
Immediately remove unsafe equipment from service and notify leadership or maintenance.
Monitor equipment performance and report mechanical concerns promptly.
Operate forklifts in accordance with Company policies, plant traffic-control requirements, and applicable safety requirements.
Refuel, recharge, or change batteries using approved procedures.
Blowmolding operators change strap, wrap and labels; Manage the E80 inbound conveyor and car wash area.
Export operators monitor the box builder, lid robot, labelers, AGC’s and LGV’s.
Export operators inspect Fairlife loads before leaving the building.
Grinding operators transport bins of preforms and safely operate the grinding systems.
Flake to Pellet operators safely unload flake, load recycle materials, and unload flake material using the hoist system in the NGR room.

Safety, Compliance, and Quality

Follow all forklift safety rules, traffic patterns, pedestrian-safety requirements, and PPE requirements.
Maintain awareness of surrounding personnel, equipment, and production activities.
Report unsafe conditions, near misses, injuries, property damage, or equipment concerns immediately.
Participate in required safety meetings and training programs and maintain required operational authorization.
Comply with all SQF, food safety, product safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Handle products in a manner that prevents damage or contamination.
Verify labels, packaging, and product identification before storage or shipment.
Follow established procedures for handling nonconforming product.
Support continuous-improvement and operational-excellence initiatives.

Qualifications


Required Qualifications : 

Must be at least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education or relevant work experience preferred.
Ability to successfully complete Company-required powered industrial truck training, evaluation, and certification before independent operation, and to maintain required periodic reevaluation and operational authorization.
Ability to safely operate powered industrial trucks and related material-handling equipment in a manufacturing and warehouse environment after training.
Ability to perform and document pre-shift equipment inspections and recognize conditions requiring equipment to be removed from service.
Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal safety instructions, traffic-control rules, work procedures, product labels, and shipping documentation.
Basic math skills and the ability to accurately complete inventory, production, scanning, and shipping transactions.
Ability to identify hazards, maintain pedestrian awareness, and promptly report unsafe conditions, near misses, injuries, product damage, and equipment concerns.
Ability to work effectively with production, warehouse, shipping, quality, maintenance, and leadership personnel in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by operational needs.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, and to use required personal protective equipment.
Valid driver’s license only if driving a Company vehicle on public roads is an assigned job duty.


Preferred Qualifications:

Previous forklift, warehouse, shipping, logistics, distribution, or manufacturing experience.
Previous experience operating sit-down counterbalanced forklifts or other powered industrial trucks relevant to the assigned work area.
Experience using RF scanners, barcode systems, warehouse-management systems, or electronic inventory systems.
Experience loading and unloading trailers, staging shipments, and verifying product and load accuracy.
Experience with cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, product traceability, or shipping documentation.
Experience in plastics manufacturing, food-grade manufacturing, warehousing, or high-volume production environments.
Basic computer skills, including the ability to use electronic forms and Microsoft Outlook, Word, or Excel as needed for the position.
Benefits Include :

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental and Vision)
Paid Time Off
401(k) with Company Match up to 6%
Company Paid Life Insurance

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Machine Operator (Injection and Flake to Pellet)

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  1. Job Title
    Machine Operator (Injection and Flake to Pellet)
  2. Job Location (City, State)
    Winchester, VA
  3. Salary Information (optional)
    $24.36 per hour + shift differential 4%
  4. Job Description

Southeastern Container, Inc. is one of the largest leading manufacturers of PET beverage bottles and preforms, proudly supplying the Coca-Cola bottling system throughout the East Coast and Midwest. For over 35 years, we’ve built a reputation for stability, quality, and sustained growth. We are now seeking talented individuals to join our team for the following role:

The Injection Machine Operator is responsible for the safe, continuous, and efficient operation of injection molding machines, crane systems, and related support equipment used to produce injection-molded preforms and parts that meet established quality requirements. The role includes equipment start-up and shutdown, process monitoring, product and material changeovers, quality testing, scrap control, routine maintenance, cleaning, documentation, and compliance with product safety and regulatory requirements.

Safely start, stop, set up, and operate injection molding machines and the crane system in accordance with established safety and operating procedures; follow Lockout/Tagout, electrical safety, confined space and machine guarding requirements.
Monitor resin and colorant feed and supply to support continuous operation. Verify that the correct product is produced using the specified resin and color, and coordinate preform and color changes as required by Production Scheduling.
Monitor operating conditions and production output for compliance with quality specifications. Notify the Team Leader or Injection Operations Manager of actual or potential problems.
Troubleshoot minor process and equipment issues and profile machines within authorized operating parameters.
Identify, isolate, label, and properly handle production that may be out of specification in coordination with the Team Leader or Injection Operations Manager.
Account for machine scrap, complete required scrap tags and labels, and process scrap as directed.
Perform required visual and technical tests on preforms to verify conformity to applicable quality standards and immediately report out-of-specification product.
Monitor dryers, chillers, ACG, LGV, labelers, box builder, lid robot, automated defect-detection equipment, and other support equipment. Promptly report apparent malfunctions.
Perform directed calibration checks and operator maintenance, including changing neck rings and assisting with mold cleaning.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and report unsafe conditions promptly.
Complete production, scrap, quality, maintenance, safety, and other required reports accurately and on time.
Comply with all requirements relating to employee safety, product safety, product legality, regulatory compliance, and quality systems.
Participate in required training, safety meetings, continuous-improvement activities, and shift handoffs.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Team Leader or Injection Operations Manager.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
Ability to read, understand, and follow written work instructions, safety rules, quality specifications, production schedules, and equipment procedures.
Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and accurately record production, scrap, and quality information.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to learn injection molding equipment, process controls, support systems, routine maintenance, and minor troubleshooting.
Ability to distinguish product, resin, and color requirements and accurately perform or support material and product changeovers.
Ability to perform visual inspections and required technical quality tests after training and to recognize and escalate abnormal conditions.
Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with Team Leaders, operations management, maintenance, quality, and other production employees.
Ability to use required computer terminals, touchscreens, scanners, or electronic reporting systems after training.
Ability to work a 12-hour shift, including required overtime, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs.
Ability to comply with all PPE, lockout/tagout, machine-guarding, fall-protection, housekeeping, product-safety, and other applicable safety requirements.
Ability to complete Company-required training and obtain any required equipment authorization, including crane or powered industrial truck qualification when assigned.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications
One or more years of manufacturing, plastics, injection molding, or other machine-operation experience.
Experience operating or monitoring automated injection molding equipment and responding to alarms, process deviations, or quality issues.
Experience with resin handling, colorant systems, dryers, chillers, molds, conveyors, cranes, or automated inspection equipment.
Experience performing basic preventive maintenance, changeovers, cleaning, calibration checks, or equipment troubleshooting.
Experience in food-grade, packaging, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
Basic computer skills and experience completing electronic production or quality records.

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Physical Therapy Assistant

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Please forward your resume and cover letter to drdoepper@aol.com for consideration!

About the job

Capitol Rehab of Winchester is seeking a motivated, Physical Therapy Assistant to join our growing multidisciplinary team in Winchester, Virginia.

Our clinic combines chiropractic care and physical therapy to provide comprehensive, patient-centered treatment. We are looking for a PTA who values teamwork, evidence-based rehabilitation, and long-term professional growth.

What We’re Looking For

• Licensed PTA (or eligible for Virginia licensure) 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Team-oriented attitude 

• Strong work ethic and commitment to clinical excellence 

• Interest in establishing a long-term career within a growing practice 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary 

• Health insurance 

• 401(k) with employer matching 

• Established patient base and referral network 

• Collaborative environment with chiropractic and physical therapy providers 

• Professional development and growth opportunities 

About the Opportunity

This position is ideal for a PTA seeking a stable, long-term practice opportunity with room for advancement. We are committed to finding the right individual who will contribute to our team culture and help continue our tradition of exceptional patient care.

To Apply

Please forward your resume and cover letter to drdoepper@aol.com for consideration!

Open Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Tech Positions

Gates Hudson & Assoc. has the following positions for immediate hire:

(Anyone interested in either position can email LindenMartinsburgMgr@gateshudson.com directly to be passed on to their local Regional Supervisor and Maintenance Director in order to help expedite interviews.)

Maintenance Tech – Martinsburg, WV

Overview

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for physically maintaining the property including corrective and preventative maintenance measures on property equipment, fixtures, buildings and completing service requests in residences.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician conducts all business in accordance with Gates, Hudson & Associates, Inc., established policies and procedures, state and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.

 

Personnel

  • Provide training to other technicians as needed and/or directed.
  • Provide assistance to other technicians at other properties.

 

Administrative

  • Provide lists of deficiencies, damage or lease violations within buildings and/or apartments.
  • Become familiar with property. Know location of equipment, types of equipment, major property components, contracted work, personnel, etc.
  • Control use of parts. Provide quality workmanship and maintain inventory of frequency used parts.
  • Maintain stock rooms, maintenance workshops and offices.
  • Comply with policy for keys, master keys, apartment common area keys.
  • Follow reporting procedures.

 

Resident Service and Retention

  • Perform all resident requests for service promptly and efficiently.
  • Promote goodwill among prospects, residents, employees, contractors.
  • Comply with policy regarding entering occupied apartments.

 

Preventative Maintenance

  • Be knowledgeable of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing proper storage and management of hazardous materials, including solvents, flammables, and freon.
  • Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance on all appropriate equipment as directed by Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager. Update logs as provided.

Routine Maintenance

  • Perform turnovers in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Perform emergency repairs including corrective and necessary clean-up.
  • Change locks and makes keys.
  • Operate and maintain furnace, mechanical equipment and controls for continuous heat, air conditioning and hot water.
  • Diagnose and perform minor and routine maintenance/repair, as directed, involving the following on a daily basis:
  • Electrical and plumbing (including water lines)
  • A/C and heating systems
  • Appliances (when applicable)
  • Stairs, gates, fences, patios, railings
  • Tile, carpet, flooring
  • Roofing, gutters, fasteners
  • Interior/exterior lights
  • Fireplaces, ceiling fans
  • Shutters, doors, cabinets, windows, sliding glass doors
  • Boiler, gas and electric
  • Door locks
  • Security systems (where applicable)
  • Ceiling and wall leaks
  • Dry wall
  • Pools areas, tile, jacuzzi, pool furniture
  • Report all major repairs and need requisitions to Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager prior to any expenditure of funds.
  • Remove and transfer heavy appliances and equipment from storage area to apartment (or vise versa) as circumstances warrant.
  • Assist in moving abandoned furniture, appliances, etc. to Dumpster when necessary.
  • Be knowledgeable of inventory levels of spare parts and supplies and inform Maintenance Supervisor of shortages.
  • Assist in keeping grounds neat and free of litter. Rake, sweep, shovel as circumstances warrant.
  • Take monthly water consumption readings.
  • Possess and/or provide tools necessary to perform all corrective and preventative work. (Exceptions:  heavy pipe wrenches, pulleys, chain-falls, drain snakes, scaffolding.)
  • Clean-up after repairs or at end of day.

 

Qualifications

  • High school diploma/GED required.
  • At least 2 years’ experience as a Maintenance Technician, preferably in residential property management.
  • CFC Type 2 or Universal certification is preferred.
  • Must be able to perform plumbing, electrical and HVAC repairs, as well as carpentry and locksmithing, painting, dry-wall repair, and snow removal.
  • Must be available to handle on-call emergency services on an as-needed basis.
  • Must have personal, reliable transportation to get to work in order to respond to on-call emergencies.

 

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Maintenance Supervisor – Winchester, VA

Overview

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for maintaining the physical integrity of the property at all times.  This involves insuring a safe and secure living environment for residents, visitors and staff.  It is the Maintenance Supervisor’s duty to anticipate, identify and correct any and all problems involving the property and to implement procedures that will prevent such problems.  An effective program of maintenance is essential in order to:

  • Maintain a safe environment.
  • Cultivate resident satisfaction.
  • Protect the investment of the apartment property owner.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Supervisor conducts all business in accordance with Gates, Hudson & Associates, Inc., established policies and procedures, state and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.

 

Financial

  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies to include use of Approved Vendors/Contractors in the performance of daily tasks and expenditures.
  • Responsible for assisting with the prioritization of capital improvement projects.

Personnel

  • Recruit and recommend maintenance applicants.
  • Provide proper technical and policy training along with daily supervision of maintenance technicians.
  • Schedule maintenance personnel in conjunction with Property Manager so that maintenance is available for emergency purposes, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
  • Maintaining all payroll records to include vacation and sick leave, overtime, etc.; and ensuring payroll information is provided to the Property Manager at specified time.
  • Ensure that all maintenance employees report in uniform.
  • Instruct staff on proper use and guidelines for wearing safety items.

Administrative

  • Meet all reporting deadlines and maintain an activity calendar to ensure that routing and preventive maintenance and general tasks are completed.
  • Update all logs, manuals and handbooks, as requested by Management.
  • Provide for the monthly readings of water consumption under the GHA Energy Management Program.
  • Maintain systems as established by Management for the proper security and accessibility of all keys including master keys, beepers and radio equipment, etc.
  • Assist in implementing and maintaining an inventory and stock control system to ensure that necessary parts and tools are available for routine maintenance.
  • Mark all company-owned equipment and tools with the property name and telephone number.
  • Provide instruction booklets on all property tools and equipment.

Resident Service/ Resident Retention

  • Ensure all resident requests and issues are handled in a timely manner and on a priority basis per policy.
  • Provide constant follow-up on repair orders, staff and contractual, and service requests to ensure that all resident situations are resolved.

Preventive Maintenance

  • Maintain accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, service requests (received and completed), expenditures, apartment make-ready status, work-in-progress, etc.
  • Schedule and perform minor and routine maintenance on all appropriate equipment on a regular basis. Inspects and maintains all tools in excellent condition.
  • Implement the preventative maintenance program for subject property’s equipment and tools according to GH policy and procedure.

Routine Maintenance

  • Ensure that the Repair Order System devised by GH is property implemented.
  • Perform spot inspections of tickets completed to ensure quality of workmanship in repairs and clean up for both apartments and common areas.
  • Oversee the turnover/renovation process to ensure rent-ready apartments for new move-ins and timeliness to reduce vacancy loss.
  • Ensure the performance of all contractors to contract specifications and advise the Property Manager of any shortcomings.
  • Work with contractors to obtain quality performance.
  • Safety
  • Conduct regularly scheduled safety meetings with entire staff.
  • Maintain thorough knowledge of pertinent laws and EPA and OSHA regulations governing property storage and management of hazardous materials, including solvents, flammables, caustics and refrigerants.
  • Must be aware of the condition of physical property throughout the community and immediately correct unsafe conditions.
  • Promote and implement safety and security measures in property maintenance to reduce owner liability and increase resident/employee awareness and protection.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma/GED required.
  • At least 3-5 years’ experience as a Maintenance Technician, preferably in residential property management.
  • At least 1-3 years’ experience as a Maintenance Supervisor.
  • CFC Type 2 or Universal certification is required.
  • Must be able to perform plumbing, electrical and HVAC repairs, as well as carpentry and locksmithing, painting, dry-wall repair, and snow removal.
  • Must be available to handle on-call emergency services on an as-needed basis.
  • Must have personal, reliable transportation to get to work in order to respond to on-call emergencies.

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Anyone interested in either position can email LindenMartinsburgMgr@gateshudson.com directly to be passed on to their local Regional Supervisor and Maintenance Director in order to help expedite interviews.

Electronic Technician Apprentice

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  1. Job Title
    Electronic Technician Apprentice
  2. Job Location (City, State)
    Winchester, VA
  3. Salary Information (optional)
    $25.57 – $31.65 USD
  4. Job Description
    General Description/Purpose:

The Maintenance Electronic Apprentice will develop technical and industrial expertise to ensure customer, team member, and vendor satisfaction. The Maintenance Electronic Apprentice does this by developing his own skills to ensure facility equipment is operating on all shifts at maximum efficiency with minimum downtime in order to maintain productivity. The Maintenance Electronic Apprentice builds their own competence in the areas of manufacturing equipment, PLC and other electronic/mechanical functions in the facility. The Maintenance Electronic Apprentice completes these functions in the support of the manufacture and distribution of dairy related products.

Job Responsibilities:

Responsible for achieving assigned goals in the areas of maintenance, efficiency, safety, food quality, job performance, and cost control.
Responsible for complying with GMP’s, SOP’s, corporate and/or plant policies, rules, and regulations.
Effectively learns and develops skills related to ensuring facility equipment is operating on all assigned shifts at maximum efficiency with minimum downtime in order to maintain overall productivity.
Builds own competence in the areas of manufacturing equipment, PLC and other electronic/mechanical functions in the facility.
Develops technical skills in various capacities, specifically equipment operation, electrical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance (PM), supporting PLC and mechanical troubleshooting and repair.
Learns how to perform PM’s on all facility equipment and begins light to intermediate PM tasks based on skill advancement.
Learns how to operate various types of equipment to include, but not limited to electrical meters for troubleshooting, PIT, and various personal hand tools. May also include the operation of any or all manufacturing equipment.
Gains knowledge of all equipment operation and energy sources as related to safe lock out tag out.
Learns how to analyze and take appropriate action on problems associated with manufacturing equipment.
Learns how to troubleshoot electromechanical issues when they occur including, but not limited to, installation, diagnosis, calibration, maintenance/ repair of equipment and electronic devices.
Learns how to inspect and operate material handling equipment: Stretch wrap machines, forklift, VNA, reach trucks & hand trucks and changes batteries in a safe manner.
Covers breaks and lunches and other staffing needs as assigned by their manager/coordinator.
Compliant with all legal requirements concerning dairy processing, SQF guidelines, and food safety on their assigned shift and reports concerns to their manager/coordinator.
Works in a safe manner and reports safety concerns promptly to their manager/coordinator and takes corrective actions as necessary to ensure a safe environment.
Ensures work areas are sanitary and strictly adheres to sanitation practices.
Communicates effectively between shifts and other departments.
Other duties as assigned by your manager/coordinator.

Essential Knowledge, Skills:

Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts such as adding, counting, subtracting, multiplying, dividing and knowledge of weights and measure, to sufficiently handle job tasks.
Able to engage in and further develop critical thinking skills related to mechanical and industrial troubleshooting and intervention.
Understand and respond appropriately to basic employee, vendor, and customer inquiries.
Read, write, and communicate using English language sufficient to perform job functions (Other preferences will be given for special language skills when there is a business need).
Knowledge of company’s mission, purpose, goals and your role in achieving each of them.
Ability to operate facility equipment as required in assigned area.
Satisfactorily complete all company training requirements.
Ability to interpret company documents and literature and UPC/code information.
Prefer to have prior training and education in industrial maintenance, industrial electrical, PLCs, Mechatronics and other similar industrial maintenance and electronic

Performance Standards:

Responsible for reporting to work at scheduled times and communicating tardiness and absences with the assigned manager/coordinator prior to the occurrence.
Responsible for reporting to work in a condition to work.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with GMP dress code standards by wearing company issued uniform.
Comply with performance criteria, standards of conduct as contained in company policy, employment procedures and responsibilities as described in the company handbook.
Maintain a safe work environment at all times and immediately report and take appropriate action to correct a safety concern.
Responsible for completing all assigned apprenticeship classes and on the job activities.

Work Schedule:

Requires morning, afternoon and overnight availability any day of the week based on assigned shift.
Throughout the program will follow a rotating crew schedule that will be on all four crews by end of program.
May be required to travel for training.

Environmental Concerns:

Will be working in a traditional food manufacturing facility.
May be subject to exposure to ingredients used in the manufacture of food products including allergens.
May be subject to exposure to chemicals involved in the manufacture and sanitation of a food processing facility.
Physical Job Requirements:

Ability to move throughout all areas of the facility including but not limited to office, production, and warehouse environments. Including the outside perimeter of the building including the roof, catwalks, terrain, and confined spaces.
Able to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions.
Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift with meal break.
Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and move objects exceeding 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations.
Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions.

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