Production Operator

Operate or tend a printing machine and folder gluer that transforms paperboard into various consumer packaging products. Understand and align business operations with job role to exceed customer expectations and align with GPI business, cultural, financial and operational objectives.

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

• Performs Make-Ready tasks: installs plates and washes blankets. Completes "Make Ready Checklist" by verifying copy check, scores, correct ink, bar code, repeat timing, print to cut, flexo register, die number, board grade, line clearance, etc.
• Turns handles, pushes buttons or moves controls and levers to start / stop press and to manually set and adjust speed, temperature, ink flow, tension, and position and pressure tolerances of press
• Loads, positions, and adjusts raw material (paperboard) in loading and feeding mechanisms of press
• Set up and operates splicing device to splice end of new paper roll to depleted roll
• Installs, adjusts, dismantles, reassembles, removes parts and equipment (printing plates, blankets, rollers, dies, cylinders, etc) using various hand tools and measuring devices such as wrenches (Allen, open-end, socket, torque, crescent), channel lock, pliers, hammer, screwdrivers, pry bar, tape measure, and calipers.
• Performs preventative maintenance
• Moves materials and fixtures (paperboard rolls, dies, repeats, etc) using fork truck, overhead crane, pallet jack, and hand cart; must obtain fork truck licensure
• Dip ink into ink fountains of the printing unit
• Monitors and controls operation of auxiliary equipment such as cutters, UV lights, delivery table, etc.
• Monitors feeding, printing, and delivery processes of press to maintain specified operating levels and detect malfunctions
• Inspects and examines printed products for print clarity, color accuracy, conformance to specifications and external defects such as scum, hickeys, ink drips, and water spots.
• Palletize printed product
• Discards non-conforming material
• Computer Data Entry: Inputs order number to print load tickets. Scans in load ticket and batch number. Enters quantity and scrap code (reason). Enters downtime. Creates notifications.
• Perform housekeeping duties, including banding scrap material for disposal
• Cleans and lubricates printing machine and components (eg. rollers, blankets, reservoirs) using solvents, rags, and sponges
• Ensure Gemba boards are referenced daily and completed accurately every shift.
• Shares an obligation to protect and strengthen Graphic Packaging International's good reputation in our relationships with customers, employees, suppliers, competitors, investors, and governmental agencies
• Work within and adhere to GPI's core values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships and Teamwork.
• Other duties as assigned.

Manufacturing experience preferred.

Physical requirements include:

• Visual Color Discrimination, the ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of colors
• Stand for extended periods of time
• Awkward and/or repetitive movements.
• Push / Pull 10-40 lbs
• Climb Stairs, Stoop, Bend, and Twist
• Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and up to 30 lbs frequently
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment.
• Work in areas of fluctuating temperature.

GPI's Benefit Program includes:

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits including 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.