Material Handler

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: Job functions include, but are not limited to, the following.Check load tags and job jacketsCheck condition of materialRemoves product from printing department in an organized fashionPlaces product in die cutting staging area in an organized fashionOperates the aerator to prepare loads for die cutting.Operation/maintenance of forklift trucks and pallet jacksEnsure that prescribed safety measures are followedComply with company policies, procedures, rules and regulationsPerforms other related duties as assignedMaintain product flow from the cutting department to the finishing departmentBACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE / SKILLS:Proficient in reading required paperworkAbility to troubleshoot and solve problemsThorough knowledge of safety regulations, occupational hazards and related safety precautions in the workOperate an electrical and manual pallet jackAn individual in this position must be able to learn and demonstrate the following skills;* Manual Pallet Jack Operation* Electrical Pallet Jack OperationSafe Quality Food Responsibilities for all employees:Follow 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.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 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 accommodations@graphicpkg.com.Nearest Major Market: Atlanta