Finishing Operator

Graphic Packaging International, LLC

Finishing Operator handles production machinery in paperboard packaging manufacturing. Ensuring quality standards and efficiency in producing parts in a collaborative team environment.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeGresham • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating production machinery, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and productivity standards. Proficient in troubleshooting, adjusting, and maintaining equipment to maximize production efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Production Machinery OperationTroubleshooting and DebuggingBasic Mechanical AbilityQuality Control and InspectionVerbal and Written Communication

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Hard Skills

Production Machinery OperationTroubleshootingAdjusting EquipmentQuality ControlData EntryMeasuring with Precision ToolsInterpreting DesignsBasic Manufacturing PracticesMaintaining Logs and RecordsColor Detection

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingPositive AttitudeCooperative Working RelationshipsIndependent WorkMinimal Supervision

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing PracticesSafety StandardsProductivity StandardsMachine MaintenanceProduction Efficiency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operates production machinery in accordance with company standards
Make-ready, adjusts and runs job as efficiently as possible to meet safety and productivity standards
Produces the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances
Obtains job tickets and reviews prior to running orders
Measures finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications
Maintains logs and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces
Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance
Maintains a clean, safe and orderly work area
Ensures that appropriate contact relief is made, and machine hands-off occurs during shift changes
Works as a leader of the crew, overseeing operator assistants, feeders, packers, and inspectors working on the machine

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
1-3 years related experience and/or training
Ability to troubleshoot, adjust and debug to finalize most machine lines required in-house or at the customer’s facility
Knowledge of basic manufacturing practices and strong problem-solving skills
Ability to interpret and translate designs and documentation
Basic mechanical ability to adjust the equipment to maximize production and ensure quality standards are met or exceeded
Ability to match or detect differences between colors
Maintain cooperative working relationships, demonstrates a positive attitude and consideration towards fellow employees and supervision
Perform all duties in an independent manner with minimal direction and supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Basic computer and data entry skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

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