Press Operator

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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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Position Description:

• The Press Operator Operates or tends a printing machine that transforms paperboard into various consumer packaging products.

Essential Functions:

JOB FUNCTIONS: 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 license
• Dip ink into ink fountains of the printing unit & change ink supply systems 55 gallon drums.
• 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 Trigger boards are completed accurately every shift.
• Minor maintenance and troubleshooting including putting work orders in the system
• Ensure end of shift production reports are completed fully and accurately at the end of each shift
• Work with quality to monitor and address conductivity and pH issues of fountain solution
• Primary Operator; perform X-Rite scans at required intervals to monitor density, dot gain, delta E and make adjustments as necessary

Education and Experience Required:

• Grade 12 or acceptable experience.
• On-the-job related experience required.

Skills and Physical Requirement:

• Folding carton experience on web-based equipment strongly preferred
• Basic computer skills, data entry
• Visual Color Discrimination, the ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of colors
• General schedules are an 8hr 3 shift operation and/or 12-hour continental shifts with rotating weekends off, however, employees must be willing to work alternate schedules or overtime that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing for extended periods.
• Awkward and/or repetitive movements.
• Occasional walking, bending and turning
• Frequently reaching and twisting
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• 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

• Competitive Pay
  
• RRP 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
    
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Paid Time Off
  

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