Production Operator Requisition ID: 7656 Location: Prosperity, SC, US, 29127 Department: Hourly Plant & Mill (Except Maintenance Roles) Travel: No Travel Required **If you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying. (https://graphicpact2test.valhalla55.stage.jobs2web.com/)** **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.** The facility currently operates on a 3 to 4-day work schedule, Monday – Thursday, but may work other days as production needs dictate. We operate with two 12-hour shifts from 6:45 to 7, day and night shifts are available. Training will occur on the shift you are assigned. **We are hiring for a full shift.** Although the position will work 12-hour shifts in the beginning, we will transition to a three 8 hour shift operation in Q1 of 2025. We will have openings on 1st (7a-3p), 2nd (3p-11p) and 3rd (11p-7a). Graphic Packaging International is currently seeking a Production Operator experienced in Quality Control for our Prosperity, SC extrusion coating facility located in Newberry County. **As a production operator, you will be trained to support the extrusion line. You will have the opportunity to be flexible and learn multiple jobs in addition to our Quality Lab. The operator’s main function is to ensure our product meets our customer’s needs according to defined guidelines while monitoring output during the extrusion process.** **Job Duties** + Communicate with operators of the previous shift for information concerning the current order. + Communicate effectively with the Front Line Supervisor and other team members. + Perform all necessary test methods according to the test frequency schedule. + Ensure that samples are properly collected from manufacturing according to the sample protocol. + Communicate test results to appropriate personnel and complete documentation on test data, including substandard material, according to established procedures and systems. + Audit quality attributes by walking and monitoring the manufacturing and shipping process. + Generate a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each order a COA is specified for. + Manage the retain system. + Responsible for maintaining supplies used in the lab. + Certify as a First Aid Responder. + Maintain the proper level of sample to support Customer Service with the Customer Sample Program. + Monitor email communications daily. + Daily housekeeping and 5S standards are an expectation. + Work closely with warehouse personnel to ensure incoming inventory is properly staged to be put away. + Put away incoming inventory in the proper inventory bin location. **Job Duties (For Advancement)** + Operate extruder to produce rolls that conform to all quality and profile specifications. + Responsible for accurately completing and processing all documents necessary for tracking extrusion operations. + Make process changes and roll changes. + Inspecting quality during the extrusion process and/or finished rolls. + Communicate pertinent information at shift change. + Understand and practice all safety procedures and rules. + Know the locations of and how to operate emergency stop buttons and fire extinguishers in your area. + Fully train new operators, checking off on training checklists after completing job certification. + Provide relief to other team members as necessary. + Follow standard operating procedures. **Starting pay is $18.50 per hour with a $1.50 per hour shift differential for the night shift with wage progression up to $25.30.** Key attributes for the position: + Ability to work as part of a team or alone in some situations. + Troubleshooting + PC experience + Safety oriented + Action-oriented + Time management + Ability to read and follow instructions. + Knowledge of safety rules and regulations + Attention to detail Physical attributes for the position: + Standing, walking most of your shift, lifting (up to 50 lbs.) carrying (up to 50 lbs.), pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, visual acuity (Near and Far) + Grasping and gripping + Possess a strong work ethic + Must be able to work additional hours (overtime) as needed + Reading computer screens or electronic devices Required Skills + Must be at least 18 years old + Mechanical/Technical aptitude + Ability to read a tape measure to increments as small as a 1/32 + Entry Level Computer skills + Ability to communicate clearly + You will be required to wear steel toes shoes, hair and/or beard nets, safety glasses and earplugs. A background check, drug screen, and a physical exam are required for employment **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. (http://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/Graphicpkg/SF\_eeo\_is\_the\_law\_federal\_poster.pdf)** **Nearest Major Market:** Columbia