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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.

 

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

 

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MISSION / SUMMARY:  Assistant Superintendent, Paper Machine Operations.  This position will be a flex/project position for paper machine operations of a 2 machine, 2600 ton per day manufacturing facility. This role will report directly to the Manufacturing Director. Candidate will be involved with both machine teams and assigned to projects and improvement initiatives as needed for both machines.   

 

 

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

Follow all GPI and industry safety standards to encourage and promote a safe work environment, targeting a 0 RIR goal for the departments. Utilize GPI standard work processes to identify and correct issues related to machine operation Utilize process trends, centerlines, and data analysis to identify areas of opportunity and implement methods to mitigate process issues Work directly with paper machine teams (Superintendent, Area Assistant Superintendents, OMC, Process Engineers, Front Line Leader, and Operators) to mitigate issues and expedite machine project initiatives Lead improvement project initiatives as assigned by the Manufacturing Director Backfill/Set-Up job positions as needed by the paper machine teams Assist in directing production operations in a safe and orderly manner providing quality products according to schedules and customer specifications. Develop improved methods for new capital investments, manufacturing cost reduction and equipment refurbishment. Assist in preparation of budgets and cost controls as needed Determine training needs and assist in administering appropriate training programs for salaried and hourly employees on Paper Machines

 

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Five (5+) years of leadership experience in the pulp and paper industry, preferably experience on paperboard machines specifically   Wet end experience in fourdrinier, and/or multi-ply paper machines Experience with on machine coating stations

 

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:

Bachelor of Science, Engineering. Preferred

 

SPECIFIC SKILLS:

This position requires key competencies that include: an individual with strong communication and problem solving skills, demonstrated leadership and collaboration in a team environment, persistence and enthusiasm to get the job done, planning and organizational skills, analytical thinking skills, strategic planning, quality orientation and a commitment to excellence, and superior interpersonal people skills.  The successful candidate must exhibit proven ability to self-manage in a dynamic, fast paced environment.  Lean Implementation experience and knowledge of six sigma principles will also be needed

 

 

 

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.