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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.
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Position Summary
Responsible for the safe and efficient set-up and operation of the roll stand section, as well as the management and organization of the roll stock for the presses.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
Safely perform the following job tasks and operations and demonstrate, by meeting production standards, the capability to perform the necessary job tasks and operations during continuous production.
Review job jacket with team members
Organize and maintain roll stock for presses
Set up and operate roll stand
Safely operate clamp truck and forklift to move paper rolls, paper waste, printed cartons, etc.
Maintain accurate records of allocated board
Effectively manage and report board waste and damage
Maintain clean and organized work area
When available, assist during downtime and MR’s as directed by Operators
Perform duties and responsibilities of Press Catcher as needed:
Correctly jog and palletize quality WIP (Work in Process) product from the press
Monitor print and cut quality of cartons
Perform basic maintenance on press
Maintain ongoing communication with Press Operators
Follow safety rules, adhere to company policies, and AIB/GMP guidelines
Offer ideas for process improvement
Be available to work overtime as assigned by the Printing Manager
Work in a self-directed, self-motivated manner
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic printing comprehension
Strong mechanical aptitude
Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
Good communication skills
Ability to train new team members
Must be able to read, understand and follow work instructions
General math skills
Education and Experience
High School/GED diploma
Post secondary education with machine or mechanical emphasis a plus
Working Conditions
Must be able to:
Operate clamp truck and forklift
Lift up to 50 lbs. on a consistent basis
Stand and/or walk 100% of time up to 12 hours
Exert push force of 80# every 15 minutes
Navigate 1-2 steps, 15” in height, up to 30 times in a 12-hr. shift
Stoop and bend as necessary to support work duties
Perform repetitive work involving hands, arms, upper body
Must have:
Color vision and good visual acuity
Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.