Finishing Operator

Finishing Operator

Requisition ID : 8247

Location

Groveport, OH, US, 43125

Department : Hourly Plant & Mill (Except Maintenance Roles)

Travel : No Travel Required

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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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Title : Finishing Operator (Folder Gluer Machine)

Location : Groveport, OH 43125

Department : Hourly Plant & Mill (Except Maintenance Roles)

Travel : No Travel Required

Important We are a non-smoking / tobacco free campus.

Finishing Operator - Hourly wage based on experience and working knowledge of folder gluers.

$2 per hour shift differential for night shift

$5,000 Sign on / stay bonus for fully qualified Folder Gluer Op I

Benefits Start on the 1st of the Month Following Your Start Date

Opportunity to grow and advance!

JOB SUMMARY :

The finishing operator is responsible for the machine setup, adjustments, make-readies, assist with maintenance, troubleshooting quality issues, and operation of their assigned folding gluing machine. While operating the machine, they are responsible for safely and efficiently manufacturing high quality folding cartons at or above target run speeds while minimizing waste and downtime. The machine operator is the leader of the crew and oversees the activities of the feeder packers working on that machine. The operator must obtain and review the job ticket for items, quantities, caliper of the paperboard, and any special instruction that is informational for running the order to specification. The case specification must also be reviewed to make sure that the instructions are clear and concise prior to running the order. The operator is responsible for ensuring all make-readies are put on as quickly as possible. The operator inspects the product quality including folded score caliper, proper gluing and stacking, carton and score alignment, and case fit, and ensures that the machine is in good running condition. The operator ensures that the Leary glue and mix detection system is constantly functioning correctly. The operator is also responsible for shutting down the machine if it is to be left unattended. This position reports to the Finishing Lead, Shift Supervisor and Finishing Manager.

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

Machine setup, adjustments and make-readies

Troubleshooting of machine and quality issues

Assist with maintenance, machine setups, etc.

Completion of required product and process audits

Exchange of information with shifts prior to / following work shift

Adherence to quality specifications

Identification of product / process enhancements to improve efficiencies, reduce downtime & spoilage

Production schedule output and timeframes

Effectively leading work crew to meet production goals

Attend team meetings

Must be able to differentiate colors

Train new team members to ensure job duties are performed efficiently and effectively

Maintain a clean and safe work area

Enforcing compliance with all company policies (Safety, GMP, etc.)

Perform other duties, as assigned

EXPERIENCE :

Strong mechanical aptitude

General math skills

Ability to troubleshoot equipment and quality issues

JOB SPECIFICATIONS :

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis

Ability to stand / walk up to 12 hours per shift.

Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Visual Color Discrimination - the ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of colors

Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as within a team

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 : Columbus