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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.

Position Title:                       Cutting Grabber

Organizational Unit:             Beverage Division

Reports to:                             Department Manager

Location:                                West Monroe, Louisiana

Graphic Packaging International is a leader in the packaging industry, serving hundreds of the world’s most recognized brands.  You’ve probably purchased food, beverages or other consumer products sold in our packaging. 

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.

• Understands and follows all safe operating procedures.

• Continuous walking, standing, constant pulling and turning movements that are associated with moving the cartons across an air table. 

• Complies with all company and department safety, quality, productivity and security procedures.
• Ensures accuracy and compliance of operator documentation involving all aspects of the assigned machines. 
• Communicates all machine and department issues effectively to department manager and supervisors and presents data-based solutions in keeping with continuous improvement objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned by department manager.
• Understands and monitors the 5S system and takes full ownership of working environment.
• Assist other departments as needed and when possible, to improve and optimize up-time, productivity, waste and quality.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Ability to communicate effectively in order to establish a strong working relationship with all team members.
• This position warrants continuous walking, twisting, bending, stooping and lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in an environment that is dusty, noisy, hot and humid. 
• Must be able to work any shift and work overtime with short notice.
• Must be able to visually identify quality issues.

• Must be able to wear hearing protection for extended periods of time

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Position is associated with pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, reaching, stretching and working in tight positions.
• The employee is continuously required to lift up to 50 pounds, frequently required to lift 10 to 50 pounds and occasionally required to lift over 50 pounds.  The employee is frequently required to carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally required to carry over 50 pounds.
• Must have visual acuity at short distance to examine form and texture of product to detect imperfections.
• Inside Conditions: Extremes of heat (100+ seasonal), humidity, working in tight areas, noise (from production machinery) and working with various oils, solvents and other related chemicals

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To qualify and perform this job successfully, an individual must exhibit and model the characteristics of Graphic Packaging International’s Core Values (Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Relationships and Accountability), be able to work independently and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The functions, specifications and physical demands listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Pay Range:    - 

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 [email protected]. 

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