Machinist II

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, food service, 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.

The Machine Operator should be familiarity with machine operations such as (CNC machining, counter cutting, laser cutter, die cutter, gluer, printing press, die making equipment, plotter table, etc.) and have solid computer skills. This position’s responsibilities include effectively and efficiently meeting internal and external customer needs, expectations, and requirements; as well as confronting complex processes and technical challenges requiring direct involvement, understanding, and support to reach resolution.

• Work independently and as part of a team to Actively monitor, maintain, and control work schedule (including daily load balancing) and back‑log using computer programs and machine knowledge
• Expertly Operate, maintain, and be the trainer for one primary machine and operate four secondary machines as needed by the schedule
• Operate forklifts and clamp trucks as necessary
• Understand and efficiently use the corporate database and software for a variety of tasks including schedule, order records, equipment log, and accounting functions
• Review tooling and structural designs in GPI CAD system and/or print for efficiency and manufacturability
• Follow all Plant rules for processes, hygiene, and safety
• Effectively interface and interact with internal and external customers, stakeholders, peers, and co‑workers to resolve issues (such as our plants, carton structure designers, and manufacturing designers) in a timely fashion
• Monitor, manage, and complete projects of varying focus, scope, complexity, and duration

• High-level of mechanical knowledge and aptitude for CNC machining, printing/coating, die cutting, production tooling design, finishing processes, and graphics layout
• Prior demonstrated experience (2-5 years) with hands‑on production of folding carton structures and/or folding carton machine operations
• Prior mechanical or electrical maintenance experience in an industrial/commercial environment

• Minimum Education requirement:
  High School Diploma or GED
• Machine Operation Experience
• Very high level of focus and attention to Safety, Quality, and Productivity expectations and requirements
• Dynamic, flexible, and personable team player with the ability to participate in team activities to achieve desired results
• Effective time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and meet short deadlines
• Willingness to learn and be trained

• This is a full-time position
• Working environment: typically, a manufacturing environment. Must be able to stand/move for most of the day 95% of the time. This position…