Finishing Operator

Finishing Operator

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

Job Functions Include, But Are Not Limited To The Following:

• Operates production machinery in accordance with company standards
• Make-ready, adjusts and runs job as efficiently as possible to meet safety and productivity standards
• Produces the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances
• Obtains job tickets and reviews prior to running orders
• Measures finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications
• Maintains logs and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance
• Maintains a clean, safe and orderly work area
• Ensures that appropriate contact relief is made, and machine hands-off occurs during shift changes
• Works as a leader of the crew, overseeing operator assistants, feeders, packers, and inspectors working on the machine

Background / Experience / Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1-3 years related experience and/or training

Skills:

• Ability to troubleshoot, adjust and debug to finalize most machine lines required in-house or at the customer's facility
• Knowledge of basic manufacturing practices and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret and translate designs and documentation
• Basic mechanical ability to adjust the equipment to maximize production and ensure quality standards are met or exceeded
• Ability to match or detect differences between colors
• Maintain cooperative working relationships, demonstrates a positive attitude and consideration towards fellow employees and supervision
• Perform all duties in an independent manner with minimal direction and supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer and data entry skills

Schedule Demands:

• Must be able to work 8 hour shifts plus overtime as required
• Employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so

Physical Demands:

• Standing: 34-66% of time
• Walking: 34-66% of time
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently with a force of 10 lbs. Occasionally with a force of 50 lbs.
• Lifting: Frequently with a force of 10 lbs. Occasionally with a force of 50 lbs.
• Frequent stair climbing, kneeling, crouching, balance, forward bending/standing, right and left hand coordination
• Occasional right and left hand grip, elevated work, repetitive squat, repetitive reaching, step ladder climbing, rotation sitting
• Wear PPE when required: Safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection etc.
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices
• Use of various office equipment

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities:

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation

Key Competencies:

• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Interpersonal Skills
• Organizational Support
• Judgment
• Quality
• Quantity
• Safety and Security
• Attendance/Punctuality
• Dependability
• Initiative

GPI's Benefit Program:

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email View email address on click.appcast.io.