Aerator Operator (12-Hour Continuous Ops) 7 am - 7 pm (Winston Salem, NC, US, 27105)

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 SUMMARY: Safely and efficiently assist with the cutting process of printed product

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

• Assist cutting operator with all functions related to the cutting process
• Some experience in duties of qualified Sheet Fed Cutting Operator, including make readies and operation
• Some experience on cutting machinery similar or same as Sheet fed cutting equipment such as: Bobst 102, Bobst 162 CER, Bobst 1600 ER, Bobst 103, and Bobst 126-BMA
• Verify proper job before feeding the press
• Proper press maintenance and lubrication
• Provide daily quality checklist when inspecting pallets after cutting
• Assist with make ready and preventive maintenance activities
• Assist with running jobs with embossing inline
• Keeps daily time and materials usage reports and records information in reporting system
• Assist with the dissembling of machines to perform minor repairs or replace broken or worn parts, using hand tools
• May perform hand packing as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:

• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience operating hand jacks, electric pallet jacks and forklifts preferred
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must have excellent attendance, be able to work independently and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

SKILLS:

• LANGUAGE SKILLS - Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

• REASONING ABILITY - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• MECHANICAL

• CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS - Company issued Fork Truck Operator’s License

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:

• Schedule is 12-Hour Continuous Operations (7 am - 7 pm)
• Employees must be able to work overtime to include up to 12-hour shifts.
• Employees must have the ability to work alternate schedules and overtime that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing, depending on changing job assignment, continuously (100% of the time) for extended periods.
• Awkward and/or repetitive movements
• Ability to bend, squat, crawl, reach above shoulder level and at waist or lower, twist, stretch, push and pull (up to 60 lbs. of force), carry, kneel, grasp, stop, crawl and finger occasionally (1-33% of the time)
• Climbing and walking frequently (34-66% of the time)
• Requires use of both feet on a continuous basis
• Requires use of both hands for simple grasping, firm grasping, fine manipulation and repetitive actions on a continuous basis
• Ability to read, write, hear, see, speak and have agility on a continuous basis
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices
• Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment
• Work in areas of fluctuating temperature
• PPE required: Steel-toed/safety footwear, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Cut resistant Safety Gloves, Hair Net, Beard Net

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 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] .