Graphic Packaging International, LLC

General

• Responsible for ensuring that the shipping department is being maintained and product is being processed according to customer specifications
• Ensure that shipping associates maintain a clean, neat and orderly warehouse
• Ensure all forklifts are being properly maintained
• Work with the shipping manager on scheduling of shipping associates
• Oversee the proper processing of product packaging and storage
• Knowledge of proper loading procedures and ability to assist when needed
• Maintain communication with shipping manager and production supervisors
• Directly supervises associates in the shipping department
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
• Plan, assign and direct the work force
• Ensure all orders are billed and shipped correctly
• Notify Shipping Manager of any personnel problems
• Give feedback to department associates concerning their responsibilities to safety and quality

Group Leader – Warehouse

• Feeds cartons into gluers, formers and windower
• Picks up cartons from delivery table and stacks it on skid or into cases according to packing specs
• Check cartons for quality
• Uses taper
• Operate carton packer
• Operate strapper and wrapper on WIP and finished product
• Operates walkie with valid license
• Material handling
• Assists in make readies
• Labels product
• Completes paperwork including shift reports
• Maintains standards for line clearance, quality checks, safety champion and production
• Complete trigger boards when required
• Does there job according to SOP’s
• Maintain housekeeping and fill out cleaning schedules
• Ensures that Health & Safety and SQF standards are maintained
• Shares an obligation to protect and strengthen Graphic Packaging International’s good reputation in our relationships with customers, employees, suppliers, competitors, investors, and governmental agencies, and to act consistently with our core values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships, and Teamwork
• Other duties as assigned.

Feeder Catcher

Operator

• Responsible for daily operations of sheeting equipment
• Following the current control plan specifications and matrix requirements
• Responsible for entering rolls into RFGEN and SAP as well as reconciling all sheeted material, to insure proper inventory control
• Responsible for maintaining production goals within the department and specific machine
• Responsible for Quality checks for proper size, job number, customer name, stock type and caliper
• Responsible for all make readies, change overs, back side printing on equipment
• Responsible for all control plan specification requirements, caliper, de-curl, and sheets square, checkering, etc.
• Responsible for housekeeping, maintenance work orders, belt replacement etc.
• Must be able to obtain fork truck certification

Sheeter Operator

• Performs a wide variety of duties to prepare, operate and maintain the Goodstrong Sheeters in the Warehouse Department.
• Set-up and run the Goodstrong Sheeters based on the specifications of the job.
• Ability to follow/interpret written and verbal instructions on the sheeting orders and schedules.
• Verify that the sheets being produced are the correct size and quality.
• Accurately record production information and roll usage.
• Participate in any tasks necessary to allow for continuous operation of the process.
• Capable of lifting in excess of 75 lbs.
• Operation of clamp and hand trucks.
• Follow all Plant Safety rules and maintain a safe working environment.
• Monitor the level of quality in the products being produced.
• Collect Statistical Process Control (SPC) Data as required.
• Participate in Continuous Process Improvement Activities as required.
• Follow all guidelines related to SQF qualifications.

• Adjust gluing machines to process flat carton orders
• Oversee production and maintain machine speed
• Detect and address malfunctions quickly
• Supervise crew working on gluer machinery
• Train feeder/catcher trainees as necessary
• Perform maintenance duties on gluer machinery
• Maintain records of quality and production using SAP and Ignition software
• Make labels according to customer specifications
• Teach and help fellow operators troubleshoot issues

Finishing Operator I

Clerk

• Performs clerical duties required in a warehouse setting.
• Responsible for receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, ensuring accuracy and completeness of shipments, and maintaining inventory records.
• Duties include drafting, collecting, completing, and filing all documents concerning shipping and receiving.
• Understanding and aligning business operations through execution of the role while meeting or exceeding customer expectations and aligning with GPI’s business, cultural, financial, and operation objectives.
• Work within and adhere to GPI’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships and Teamwork
• Adhere to plant and corporate safety policies by always performing duties in a safe and orderly manner; be actively engaged in all safety programs
• Ensure production and distribution of products are consistent with established food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
• Maintain 5S in assigned area by keeping work area and equipment clean and orderly
• Prepare, file, and maintain all bills of loading
• Compile data on receiving and shipping activity, as required
• Receive all raw materials for plant into QAD and SAP systems
• Maintain daily inventory movement in QAD
• Enter data into Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Access
• Record and maintain data, such as quantity, description, and damage for all items shipped and received
• Process all delivery orders
• Prepare UPS and Federal Express shipments
• Ensure inventory reports are kept in process
• Process dock appointments for incoming and outgoing materials/product
• Work with Cycle Counters to correct inventory when problems arise
• Distribute reports to the Leadership Team and other production departments
• Communicate effectively with oncoming shift about any issues
• Fulfill overtime requirements as necessary
• Fulfill other duties as assigned; assisting in other areas as required by changing business needs.

Warehouse Clerk

• Sets up and operates straight-line gluers, inner cell, 4-corner and 6-corner gluers
• Observes automatic feeding, folding, and gluing of box blanks to detect machine malfunctions
• Inspects completed production work to detect defects
• Keeps daily time and materials usage reports
• Performs Preventative Maintenance on manufacturing equipment
• Assists temporary employees with understanding task assignments
• Executes production according to customers specifications
• Ensures quality control of production in all gluing aspects
• Maintains production equipment by performing minor maintenance

Finishing Operator Assistant

Assistant

• Safely operate and maintain a Marquip sheeter in order to cut quality sheets efficiently.
• Safely perform operations and demonstrate capability to meet production standards.
• Operate machine controls; perform maintenance and knife changes.
• Learn quality requirements of sheeted loads and inspect all loads.
• Communicate with other shifts and maintain clean work area.

Sheeter Assistant

• The Press Operator is responsible for the safe operation of the press while meeting the standards in quality and productivity.
• The Press Operator examines job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
• Press Operator loads and unloads paper rolls, checks pH and viscosity and completes all necessary paperwork.
• The Press Operator will also perform housekeeping, pre-press and maintenance related duties.
• The Press Operator may be required to perform other necessary tasks throughout the plant including cleaning, general housekeeping duties, painting, sorting, cup-by-cup, lid-by-lid or tasks of a clerical nature.

Press Operator

• The Offset Printing Press Operator role is responsible for safely operating and maintaining an Offset Printing Press to efficiently and effectively manufacture folding cartons.
• 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 (GMP/AIB/Safety)
• Perform other duties, as assigned

• A Blanker Operator is responsible for maintaining the operation of the Blanking Department by producing blanks required by the blanker schedule.
• Blanker Operators will inspect the assigned blanker (machine) to ensure all guards are in place, assess roll alignment, brakes, housekeeping and paperwork before starting production.
• Blanker Operator will ensure quality through visual inspection of the blank along with making machine adjustments on an as needed basis.
• The Blanker Operator is required to complete roll changes or print changes on the machine and will also unstack the blanks from the machine and load them onto a blank cart.
• Blanker Operators monitor the quality of the blanks and print quality continuously during production and will report potential quality issues.
• All employees must follow all Graphic Packaging International work rules, code of conduct and safety procedures and policies.

Blanker Operator

• 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 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.

• Maintain operation of paper cup machines producing paper cups
• Perform all duties in a safe and orderly manner
• Be engaged, involved, and participate in department safety meetings and initiatives
• Ensure equipment meets safety standards, monitoring throughout the shift
• Observe, mitigate and/or report unsafe acts or conditions
• Follow all proper ZES/IES requirements when working on equipment
• Communicate effectively with supervisor, group leader, peers, other employees, and oncoming shift
• Promote and demonstrate a positive work environment
• Attend and participate in daily team production meetings
• Assist in production of product consistent with established food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
• Maintain 5S in work area
• Complete shut-down and start-up procedures on PMC finishers, baggers, and CE’s
• Load blanks on paper cup finishers
• Operate ergo tug to move blank carts when retrieving and returning blank carts
• Relieve cup packers during break and lunch periods
• Assist material handler and padlocker operator, as required
• Help maintain bottom stock ink jet printers
• Stop, start, and monitor operation of machines
• Perform quality checks on product

Cup Operator

• Set up and maintain the folder/gluer to produce folding cartons
• Locate and load proper stock in preparation for operation
• Prepares make-ready feeder, prefold, glue system, final fold, delivery, pack station and inspection system
• Operates folder/gluer in accordance with customer specifications and current standard operating procedures
• Ensures total quality of the job while in operation
• Maintains the machine and area in accordance with the standard operation procedures
• Demonstrates competency in all basic folds: straight-line, lock-bottom, inner partition, etc.
• Complete all job logs as required
• Performs other job duties as assigned
• Follow all company safety requirements
• Comply with all company rules and regulations

Finishing Operator

Inspector

• Arrive at the machine before shift start.
• Inspect cartons and pack them into a box or bag.
• Notify the operator/Supervisor of non-conforming products.
• One of the general inspectors should move to the outfeed of the machine when the machine goes down to prepare for start-up.
• Reclaim should be worked on by one of the general inspectors each every machine goes down (even just a couple of bags make a difference).
• Help with daily cleaning (sweeping, mopping, and organizing).
• Pick up bags from the floor and put them in the proper place.
• Check for excess glue.
• Inspect and package material.