Press Technician

Graphic Packaging International, LLC

Operate and maintain unwind/rewind of press for Graphic Packaging International in Perry, GA. Comply with safety standards and ensure quality checks on production rolls.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timePerry • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates proficiency in operating and maintaining unwind/rewind press machinery while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Capable of effective communication and collaboration within a manufacturing environment to support continuous improvement objectives.

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Forklift OperationQuality ChecksPreventative MaintenanceProduction ReportingManufacturing Experience

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Hard Skills

Unwind/Rewind OperationAuto Splicing SetupChange Over ProceduresMachine Documentation ComplianceData Analysis for Decision Making

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

RFGN System5S System

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingQuality AssuranceSafety ProceduresContinuous ImprovementWIP Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate and maintain unwind/rewind of press.
Complies with all company and department safety, quality, productivity and security procedures.
Ensures accuracy and compliance of operator documentation involving all aspects of the assigned machines.
This includes production reports, specification verification, quality requirements, machine logbooks and checklists.
Safely operates a forklift.
Completes quality checks on rolls before mounting on press.
Sets up and maintains auto splicing unit.
Scans production order into RFGN.
Strips cores.
Communicates all machine and department issues effectively to department manager and supervisors.
Presents data based solutions in keeping with Continuous Improvement Objectives.
Removes empty cores and prepares for shipment and the Press Rewind.
Perform change overs and sets up roll stand for different roll widths.
Performs other duties as assigned by department manager, supervisor, or lead operator.
Understands and monitors the 5S system and takes full ownership of working environment.
Assists when possible in keeping WIP materials to a minimum.
Assists crew members with make-ready activities to include: change plates, dr. blades, ink etc.
Completes preventative and routine maintenance on splicer unit.
Assists Flexo crew members as needed.
Must be willing to accept training and feedback as needed (for compliance with job requirements).

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to communicate effectively in order to establish a strong working relationship with all team members.
This position warrants continuous walking, twisting, bending, stooping and lifting of up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to work in an environment that is dusty, noisy, hot and humid.
Must be able to work any shift and work overtime with short notice.
Must be able to visually identify quality issues.
Must be able to think "outside the box" and collect and utilize data in decision making.
Candidates must be proficient in English, with the ability to communicate, read, and understand work-related instructions and safety procedures and requirements.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Manufacturing experience.

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