Operator Assistant Requisition ID: 8290 Location: Winnipeg, MB, CA, R2K 2T9 Department: Hourly Plant & Mill (Except Maintenance Roles) Travel: No Travel Required **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.** **If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.** **A World of Difference. Made Possible.** **JOB FUNCTIONS:** _(the listing below is an overview of the role and does not encompass every requirement of the job)._ + Perform manual labor duties in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while working under tight production deadlines. + Uses PIV to move inventory/product. + Safely perform all tasks on and around equipment. + Working as part of a team to maximize productivity and efficiency in a manufacturing environment. + Ability to learn new tasks. + Repetitive work. + Standing – 8 – 12 hours/shift. + Must follow all company policies and procedures. + Other duties as assigned and required. **BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE / SKILLS:** + Prior exposure to a manufacturing environment preferred. + Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand/power tools preferred. + Strong dexterity and hand-eye coordination required. + Must be able to keep up with production needs in a fast-paced, high-speed machinery environment. + Basic computer skills required. + Basic math skills – addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division required. + Must be able to stand for extended periods of time with frequent twisting, bending, push/pull and repetitive tasks. + Routine lifting and occasional heavy lifting. (up to 40 lbs.). + Must be a good communicator (speaking/listening/reading/writing) and able to work well in a collaborative environment. **EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:** + High School Diploma or equivalent required. **SCHEDULE DEMANDS:** + Successful candidates must be willing and able to work all shifts, including but not limited to, days, afternoons, evenings, and weekends, 12 hour rotating shifts, and statutory holidays as per the Collective Agreement, without exception, in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. **Candidates unable to work any of these shifts will not be considered for the job.** **PHYSICAL DEMANDS:** + Standing for extended periods (8-12 hours). + Awkward and/or repetitive movements, including push/pull, bending, twisting, above shoulder lifting. + Lifting 10-40lbs. + Reading computer screen or other electronic devices. + Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment. + Noisy environment with fluctuating temperatures. **Please Note** : Due to the high volume of applicants, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.