{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6d497d643b697e48e5c5db6e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6d497d643b697e48e5c5db6e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6d497d643b697e48e5c5db6e","title":"Feeder Operator","description":"Requisition ID: 6133\nLocation: Chicago, IL, US, 60624\nDepartment: Hourly Plant & Mill (Except Maintenance Roles)\nTravel: No Travel Required\nIf you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying.\n\nAt 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.\n\nWith 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.\n\nIf this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.\n\nA World of Difference. Made Possible.\n\nJOB FUNCTIONS\nThe following is a list of specific duties which are considered the essential functions of this job. The list is not exhaustive, as all positions at the company are dynamic. The employee who occupies this position is expected to assume any/all duties assigned by management irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in this list.\nResponsible for loading printing presses with stock, also working with manufacturing software to insure proper inventory control.\nResponsible for checks for proper size, job number, customer name, stock type and caliper.\nFeeder Operator is responsible for reconciling all sheeted materials needed for each job.\nUpon completion of current running job, Feeder Operators duties are to assist with preparation of next job to be printed (press make ready).\nResponsible for any duties assigned by 1st Press Operator to keep printing press running.\nAssist with monthly cleaning of press (ERM’S).\n\nJOB SPECIFICATIONS\nPhysical demands commonly associated* with the performance of the functions of this job:\nWhile press is running, position requires physical ability to pull loaded pallet from press (weighing between 1500 and 2000 lbs.) with battery powered hand truck.\nRequires physical ability to lift and carry ink buckets (up to 35-50 lbs.). Buckets are carried upstairs (3ft.) and lifted approximately 4 ft. high.\nRequires lifting stacks of sheets (20-50 lbs.) from one pallet onto another.\nEDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:\nFloor helper experience preferred but not required.\nMachines, Tools, and Equipment\nBasic computer knowledge, Printing press, powered hand truck.\n\nSCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:\nSchedule is 12-hour shift from 6PM-6AM on alternate days.\nMust be flexible: Able to work other shifts, overtime and weekends when needed.\n\n“Commonly associated” is not intended to mean always or only. There may be different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.\n\nDISCLAIMER\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this job. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains at-will.\nGraphic 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 EEO is the Law Poster.\n\nPay Range: -\n\nGPI’s Benefit Program\nCompetitive Pay\n401(k) w/employer matching\nHealth & Welfare Benefits\nMedical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage\nShort and Long-Term Disability\nLife Insurance\nAccidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance\nFlexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts\nVarious Voluntary benefits\nAdoption Assistance Program\nEmployee Discount Programs\nEmployee Assistance Program\nTuition Assistance Program\nPaid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year\n\nApplications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.\n\nGraphic 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. 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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.\n\nWith 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.\n\nIf this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.\n\nA World of Difference. Made Possible.\n\nJOB FUNCTIONS\nThe following is a list of specific duties which are considered the essential functions of this job. The list is not exhaustive, as all positions at the company are dynamic. The employee who occupies this position is expected to assume any/all duties assigned by management irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in this list.\nResponsible for loading printing presses with stock, also working with manufacturing software to insure proper inventory control.\nResponsible for checks for proper size, job number, customer name, stock type and caliper.\nFeeder Operator is responsible for reconciling all sheeted materials needed for each job.\nUpon completion of current running job, Feeder Operators duties are to assist with preparation of next job to be printed (press make ready).\nResponsible for any duties assigned by 1st Press Operator to keep printing press running.\nAssist with monthly cleaning of press (ERM’S).\n\nJOB SPECIFICATIONS\nPhysical demands commonly associated* with the performance of the functions of this job:\nWhile press is running, position requires physical ability to pull loaded pallet from press (weighing between 1500 and 2000 lbs.) with battery powered hand truck.\nRequires physical ability to lift and carry ink buckets (up to 35-50 lbs.). Buckets are carried upstairs (3ft.) and lifted approximately 4 ft. high.\nRequires lifting stacks of sheets (20-50 lbs.) from one pallet onto another.\nEDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:\nFloor helper experience preferred but not required.\nMachines, Tools, and Equipment\nBasic computer knowledge, Printing press, powered hand truck.\n\nSCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:\nSchedule is 12-hour shift from 6PM-6AM on alternate days.\nMust be flexible: Able to work other shifts, overtime and weekends when needed.\n\n“Commonly associated” is not intended to mean always or only. There may be different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.\n\nDISCLAIMER\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this job. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains at-will.\nGraphic 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 EEO is the Law Poster.\n\nPay Range: -\n\nGPI’s Benefit Program\nCompetitive Pay\n401(k) w/employer matching\nHealth & Welfare Benefits\nMedical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage\nShort and Long-Term Disability\nLife Insurance\nAccidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance\nFlexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts\nVarious Voluntary benefits\nAdoption Assistance Program\nEmployee Discount Programs\nEmployee Assistance Program\nTuition Assistance Program\nPaid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year\n\nApplications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.\n\nGraphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. 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