Machine Operator

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the 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 a collaborative, diverse, and innovative team with over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide. We strive to be environmentally responsible and are committed to workplace diversity.

About the role

This position includes an overnight shift differential of $1.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Work within and adhere to GPI’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships, and Teamwork
• Ensure production and distribution of products is consistent with established food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
• Maintain 5S in assigned work area by keeping area and equipment clean and orderly
• Perform all tasks necessary to complete product packaging within the assigned work area
• Load blanks on paper cup finishers
• Start and stop cup finishers; monitor machine operation, check fluids in mineral oil pots, and maintain cleanliness to ensure proper machine function
• Move, place, and thread bottom stock and safely secure to finisher with minimum waste
• Recognize problems with machinery and make decisions to stop operation if needed; perform basic preventative maintenance tasks such as cleaning
• Remove paper jams and perform minor adjustments
• Segregate spoilage and recyclable items, placing material in appropriate containers
• Empty spoilage boxes from both side wall stock and bottom stock continuously during the shift
• Ensure all equipment meets safety standards and is checked routinely throughout the shift
• Record and maintain various production data
• Complete a machine operator finishing rounds checklist prior to the end of the shift
• Manage workload to meet production requirements, including shutdown and start-up procedures before and after the shift
• Communicate effectively with outgoing/incoming shift concerning any issues
• Meet required Key Performance Metrics
• Fulfill overtime requirements as necessary
• Fulfill other duties as assigned; assist in other areas as required by changing business needs

Requirements

• Manufacturing experience of 1-2 years
• Machine operation experience within a manufacturing environment of at least 1 year (highly preferred)
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Maintains a positive team environment
• Demonstrates organizational skills and is highly detail-oriented
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task environment
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, with or without accommodation, including:
  • Walking or standing for extended periods of time (up to 12 hours)
  • Climbing stairs
  • Lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Carrying up to 30 pounds
  • Lowering up to 30 pounds from a height of 4 feet
  • Pushing up to 250 pounds using carts or other tools
  • Visual acuity and depth perception
  • Working in various temperatures and humidity levels