Sheeter Operator

Sheeter Operator

Chicago, IL

We are a Food service folding carton manufacturing operation seeking candidates to join our Chicago, IL team. This is a Sheeter Operator position with a pay range of $27.46 – $31.47 per hour plus shift differential and progressive pay increases.

The person who occupies this position is responsible for daily operations of sheeting equipment following the current control plan specifications and matrix requirements.

• Enter rolls into RFGEN and SAP and reconcile all sheeted material to ensure proper inventory control.
• Maintain production goals within the department and specific machine.
• Perform quality checks for proper size, job number, customer name, stock type and caliper.
• Perform all make readies, change overs, back side printing on equipment.
• Ensure all control plan specification requirements: caliper, de‑curl, sheets square, checkering, etc.
• Perform housekeeping, maintenance work orders, belt replacement, etc.
• Obtain forklift certification.

• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Physical coordination to operate forklift.
• Sheeting and/or paper board experience preferred but not required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of basic machinery, tools, equipment, basic computer knowledge, and forklift experience preferred.
• Must be able to speak, read, write English. Basic math skills required. Mechanical aptitude a plus.

• Schedules are up to 8 or 12‑hour shifts on alternate days with rotating weekends off. Employees must be able to work alternate schedules and overtime including early mornings, nights, and/or weekends.
• Some departments/jobs may run a M‑F 8‑hour shift schedule.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime.

• Standing, walking, lifting up to 40 lbs. without assistance and up to 100 lbs. with assistance; carrying, pushing, pulling pallets; stooping, bending, reaching; removing sheeted material; communicating with supervisor.
• While sheeter is running, position requires physical ability to remove pallet from sheeter using a forklift.
• Requires lifting stacks of sheets (20‑30 lbs.) from one pallet onto another.
• Requires frequent stair climbing.
• Requires moving rolls up to 7,500 lbs. using an easy mover to assist operator.
• Working area not climate controlled: noise, vibration, odors, dust, etc.
• Reading and understanding computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Work in areas of fluctuating temperature.

• Follow all plant rules, processes, hygiene, and allergens procedures related to production of safe quality foods.
• Report any potentially unsafe conditions that may lead to unsafe foods or non‑compliance to SQF procedures.
• Participate in SQF root cause and corrective actions 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.

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Health, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Short and long‑term disability.
• Life insurance.
• Accidental death & dismemberment 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 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. If you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email