Press-1st Operator

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 Details

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for running the press at the targeted production rate while maintaining quality.
• Responsible for running re-winder and pulling rolls off of the press.
• Responsible for handling of plant equipment and supplies by himself
• Responsible to check the print quality against all specifications on every roll. Adjusts color in the press if needed.
• Assists in training press apprentices following all established training procedures.
• Work as a team with B Pressman within the restrictions and capabilities.
• Responsible for achieving targeted set up times and keeping roll changes to a minimum.
• Responsible for changeovers on press while following set up procedures.
• Monitor entire web through scanner every 5 minutes.
• Responsible for first sign in on set-ups.
• Responsible for maintaining, labeling and handling of hazardous waste.
• All finished orders will be checked against Extrusion paperwork to ensure all film is accounted for, printed and labeled correctly for example ahead of slitter, converting or outside sales.
• Communicate with 2nd Pressman and inspect all items for next set-up, ie. cylinders geared, film and ink behind machine.
• Reports all food safety and quality problems to the Department Lead, Manager or Quality Team
• Responsible for checking in all paperwork for next set up, i.e., spec, layout, and paper proof.
• May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years' experience on a printing press; flexographic wide web strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, proofs and spec sheets.
• Ability to effectively communicate with fellow employees.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• A drive to succeed.
• A can-do attitude.
• A self-starter approaches.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to understand technical written and verbal instructions
• Strong computer and math skills required
• Ability to accurately distinguish color variation
• Must be able to work other shifts if needed and perform overtime work as required.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities:

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities for all employees:

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.

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 + paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [email protected].

Requisition: 16339