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Graphic Packaging International Spain SA

Press Operator Assistant (2nd Shift)

Graphic Packaging International Spain SA, Pineville, North Carolina, United States, 28134

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Press Operator Assistant (2nd Shift) 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 This position will be responsible for assisting the Pressman on processes regarding make-ready, operations and maintenance of the printing press, in doing so efficiently, safely and accurately.

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

Assist 1st Pressman by making necessary color or register corrections and/or press adjustments prior to production run to meet and maintain the quality of specifications of the work

Ability to run press during absence of 1st Pressman and fulfill all the duties of a 1st Pressman in this capacity

Ability to read and follow job specifications to determine press set-up materials needed to run the job successfully

Adjusts press machine parts, such as feeder and delivery mechanisms, suction grippers, guides, feed wheels, jogging devices, tapes, and cams, using hand tools.

Assist in removing and replacing worn rollers and adjusting pressure between rollers of press, using hand tools.

Wash blankets and cleans ink and ink distributing rollers and ink fountains, using ink solvent and cleaning mechanism on press.

Assists in the maintenance of the press.

Performs other duties as required to achieve the overall goals and objectives of the Company.

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.

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

One year of professional working experience, preferred in a manufacturing environment

Essential Job Functions

Schedule Requirements:

Schedules are 8-hour shifts Monday – Friday. 3rd shift schedule Sunday – Thursday.

Employees are required 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 for coverage and be punctual while doing so.

Physical Requirements:

Standing and walking frequently (34-66% of the time), depending on changing job assignment, for extended periods

Awkward and/or repetitive movements

Ability to bend/stoop, squat, climb, reach above shoulder and reach at waist or lower, twist, stretch, carry (up to 28 lbs.), kneel, grasp, fingering, and push/pull (force up to 50 lbs. for 200 feet) occasionally

Lifting up to 50 lbs. frequently (from floor to waist) and lifting up to 20 lbs. occasionally

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

Ability to make independent decisions, apply reasoning and discern colors

Reading computer screen or other electronic devices

Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment

Work in areas of fluctuating temperature and loud noises

PPE required: Steel-toed/safety footwear, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Cut resistant Safety Gloves, Hair Net, Beard Net

Competitive Pay Competitive Pay

Benefits 401(k) w/employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life 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. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.

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