Lid Operator

• Continuously:
  Standing (stable, flat concrete.)

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.

Monitor Lid Line machine and inspect lids for defects as often as possible. Fill out all necessary paperwork. Perform basic troubleshooting and repairs to machines. Keep material levels and lubricant containers full. Keep area clean and organized. In addition, perform and complete other work as assigned by shift manager. All employees must follow all Graphic Packaging’s safety procedures and policies.

Inspect machine operation as often as possible. Inspect lids for defects as often as possible. Complete machine log/maintain Process Control. Monitor lubrication and material levels and keep full. Run blending system at specified percentages. Run equipment at specified speeds. Correct vacuum system alarm causes. Bring material to machines from warehouse.

Perform repairs on machines as needed. Notify maintenance for large repairs. Record any repairs on downtime log. Work with the maintenance department during tooling changes and PMs.

Give packer breaks. Fill in for packers if the department is short staffed. See Lid Packer duties.

Every two hours, weigh lids and record weight for each lane. Keep lids in weight specification. Check labels and confirm the packers’ count. Check formation and lid fit. Run specific tests as needed for different lids. Complete Lid Weight Tracking spreadsheet.

Record strokes per minute, total finished goods amount, potential finished goods amount, and efficiency percentage. Cite any discrepancies that occur during the shift.

Check schedule and confirm proper boxes are being used. Number boxes to calculate production totals. Create list to order boxes from warehouse. Label boxes if needed. Record info and include in the Shift Production Report.

Sweep and keep area clean for the next shift. Keep area organized and clutter free. Keep materials in their designated areas. Grind scrapped lids, patties and excess sheet. Recase or grind lids from warehouse damage. Complete lid quality holds.

Grease all fittings. Change/clean air filters as needed. Wipe off all excess grease and oil from machine. Clean machine as indicated on cleaning SAP work order.

Complete required paperwork.

Responsible for assuring production of products consistent with established food safety, sanitation and quality standards.

Other Duties As Assigned.

Occasionally = 1-33% Frequently = 34-66% Continuously = 67-100%

• Occasionally:
  Sitting, stooping, climbing,…