Printing Department Feeder

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 LOCATIONFort Smith Plant 42JOB TITLEPrinting FeederJOB CATEGORYHourly Plant & MillsJOB DESCRIPTIONEssential Duties & Responsibilities:Locate and stage appropriate sheeted stock to be used at the assigned printing press. Identify inconsistencies of the pick list pertaining to current and upcoming work orders. Setup and adjust the feeder. Quick-change sheeted stock while the press is running continuously. Trouble shoot feeder issues and assist with rollers, plates, coating blankets and ink. Assist the 1st and 2nd Pressman as needed while following all procedures and documentation regarding the Printing process in a safe manner.Safe Quality FoodsFollow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.QualityEnsures all products are manufactured to company/customer specificationsDocuments all defects and places them in the appropriate areaPurging of previous work order before beginning the new orderSorting defAccurately reportingDowntimeProcess scrapIssue and reversal of loadsConfirmation of loadsQuality issuesObtain needed materialsLocate and prep upcoming materials neededAssist the make ready process to minimize downtimeTroubleshoot issues regarding feeder tripsAssist 1st and 2nd pressman as needed.Remove sheeted waste from pressOther duties assigned.Perform preventative maintenance as requiredReport damaged/defective goods to CIMentor/training others to perform this job dutyPerform Daily Housekeeping tasksDaily pallet jack inspectionSweeping designated department/areaEmptying recycling binsEnsure that new associates assigned to the equipment are correctly/effectively trained to perform tasks related to maintaining safety, quality and productivity.Lump loads with coating stickersREQUIRED SKILLSPosition Requirements:High school diploma or GEDSelf-MotivatedProblem solving/critical thinking.Pattern recognitionAttention to detailOrganizational skillsWork well with others while being open to giving and receiving critiquesCommunication skillsDesired Qualifications:Display work habits that set an example for peers.Prior manufacturing experienceWork with others to help improve efficiency in various tasksMechanical and technical skillsIn the event of absence, the 1st Pressman and/ or 2nd Pressman would backfill this role.The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.PHYSICAL DEMANDSPhysical Demands:Must be in good physical condition.Proper lifting techniques.More than 50 lbs requires a team lift.Bend at the kneeRequires extended amounts of time bending, pulling, kneeling, walking, standing and lifting.KEY COMPETENCIESKEY COMPETENCIESCuriosityInterpersonal skillsTenacitySelf-starterCritical ThinkingReliabilityIntegrityGPI's Benefit ProgramCompetitive Pay401(k) w/employer matchingHealth & Welfare BenefitsMedical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverageShort and Long-Term DisabilityLife InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) InsuranceFlexible Spending and Health Savings AccountsVarious Voluntary benefitsAdoption Assistance ProgramEmployee Discount ProgramsEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition Assistance ProgramPaid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each yearApplications 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