Feeder Operator

Requisition ID: 6133 Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60624 Department: Hourly Plant & Mill (Except Maintenance Roles) Travel: No Travel Required If you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying. 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 FUNCTIONS The 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. Responsible for loading printing presses with stock, also working with manufacturing software to insure proper inventory control. Responsible for checks for proper size, job number, customer name, stock type and caliper. Feeder Operator is responsible for reconciling all sheeted materials needed for each job. Upon completion of current running job, Feeder Operators duties are to assist with preparation of next job to be printed (press make ready). Responsible for any duties assigned by 1st Press Operator to keep printing press running. Assist with monthly cleaning of press (ERM’S). JOB SPECIFICATIONS Physical demands commonly associated* with the performance of the functions of this job: While press is running, position requires physical ability to pull loaded pallet from press (weighing between 1500 and 2000 lbs.) with battery powered hand truck. Requires physical ability to lift and carry ink buckets (up to 35-50 lbs.). Buckets are carried upstairs (3ft.) and lifted approximately 4 ft. high. Requires lifting stacks of sheets (20-50 lbs.) from one pallet onto another. EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE: Floor helper experience preferred but not required. Machines, Tools, and Equipment Basic computer knowledge, Printing press, powered hand truck. SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS: Schedule is 12-hour shift from 6PM-6AM on alternate days. Must be flexible: Able to work other shifts, overtime and weekends when needed. “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. DISCLAIMER The 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. 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 EEO is the Law Poster. Pay Range: - GPI’s Benefit Program 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 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. Nearest Major Market: Chicago