Sheeter Operator-in-Training

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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Summary

Operator in Training is an integral part of the production process and individuals in this role are being trained to run the sheeter. Individuals must understand and align business operations and as he/she executes their role to exceed customer expectations and align with GPI business, cultural, financial and operational objectives.

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

• Responsible for producing, inspecting, and shipping products.
• Working as part of a team to maximize productivity and efficiency in a manufacturing environment.
• Future growth and development is part of our culture. We are looking for individuals looking to grow within thecompany.
• Ability to learn new tasks.
• Repetitive work.
• Standing.
• Ability to operate forklift and other require PIV’s as needed (training provided).
• Assists Sheeter Operator to ensure they have all the required materials to run their jobs.
• Feeding sheets into moving equipment (training is provided on an on-going basis)
• Follow all safety and company rules and requirements.
• Other duties and training as assigned and required for the role.
  
  

Background / Experience / Skills

• Prior exposure to manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Must be able to read/interpret/complete information sheets/forms.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand/power tools preferred.
• Excellent dexterity, hand-eye coordination required.
• Excellent communicator (speaking/writing/listening/reading).
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills required - addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
  
  

Education / Knowledge

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  
  

Schedule Demands

• All employees must be able to work all shifts, including but not limited to: day shift, afternoons, evenings, weekends, statutory holidays (as per the CBA), rotating 12 hour shifts, in a 24/7 production environment, without exception, as required. Candidates unable to work any of these shifts will not be considered for the role.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Standing for extended periods. (8 - 12 hours).
• Awkward and/or repetitive movements, including pushing/pulling, bending, twisting, above shoulder lifting)
• Routine lifting and occasional heavy lifting (up to 40 lbs).Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment.
• Work in areas of fluctuating temperature.
• Noisy environment with fluctuating temperatures
  
  

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. W