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 SUMMARY: This position will be responsible for assisting the Pressman on processes regarding make-ready, operations and maintenance of the printing press, in doing so efficiently, safely and accurately.

 

JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Loading skids of board to maintain continuous run of the press Troubleshoot feeders to ensure board is properly loaded Ability to read and follow job specifications to determine press set-up materials needed to run the job successfully Adjusts press machine parts, such as feeder and delivery mechanisms, suction grippers, guides, feed wheels, jogging devices, tapes, and cams, using hand tools. Assist in removing and replacing worn rollers and adjusting pressure between rollers of press, using hand tools. Wash blankets and cleans ink and ink distributing rollers and ink fountains, using ink solvent and cleaning mechanism on press. Assists the pressman in any maintenance of the press. Performs other duties as required to achieve the overall goals and objectives of the Company.

 

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:

Prior experience in a similar role required Manufacturing experience preferred Experience operating forklifts preferred To perform this job successfully, an individual must have excellent attendance, be able to work independently and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Must be able and willing to work 12-hour shifts

 

SKILLS:

LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. MECHANICAL CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Company issued Fork Truck Operator’s License

 

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required One year of professional working experience, preferred in a manufacturing environment

 

 

 

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

 

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS: Schedule 12-hour shifts. 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Standing and walking frequently  Awkward and/or repetitive movements Ability to bend/stoop, squat, climb, reach above shoulder and reach at waist or lower, twist, stretch, carry (up to 28 lbs.), kneel, grasp, fingering, and push/pull (force up to 50 lbs. for 200 feet) occasionally Lift up to 50 lbs. frequently (from floor to waist) and lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally Requires use of both feet on a continuous basis Requires use of both hands for simple grasping, firm grasping, fine manipulation and repetitive actions on a continuous basis Ability to read, write, hear, see, speak and have agility on a continuous basis Ability to make independent decisions, apply reasoning and discern colors Reading computer screen or other electronic devices Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment Work in areas of fluctuating temperature and loud noises PPE required: Steel-toed/safety footwear, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Cut resistant Safety Gloves

 

GPI’s Benefit Program

Competitive Pay 401(k) w/employer matching Health & Welfare Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage 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. 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.