Finishing Operator

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.

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Graphic Packaging is a tobacco‑free campus. All tobacco usage of any kind is prohibited on the property.

Wages for Finishing Machine Operator start at $23.50 per hour up to $28.75 per hour depending on skill level and experience.

Additional $1.50 shift differential for night shift. $1500 retention bonus is paid throughout the first year.

The person who occupies this position is expected to adjust gluing machines in order to process a flat carton order and oversee its production (complex glue experience a plus).

• Adjust glue machinery to fit the particular style of carton being processed.
• Maintain machinery at optimum speed; detect malfunctions and make appropriate adjustments quickly.
• Supervise crew operating gluer machinery, ensuring efficient and safe work; also train feeder/catcher trainees as needed.
• Assume duties of the Feeder or Inspector when those persons are on breaks (performed for approximately 2 hours per day).
• Perform maintenance duties on gluer machinery: greasing, oiling, blowing off, glue pot maintenance, bearing and belt replacement, and cleaning parts.
• Maintain written and electronic records of quality and production using SAP, Ignition software; perform hourly statistical measurements (carton alignment, edge caliper, opening force, glue length, etc.).
• Make labels per customer specifications.
• Teach and help fellow operators troubleshoot problems when called upon.

• 1‑2 years of machine operator experience required.
• Mechanical/technical aptitude.
• Entry‑level computer skills.
• All requirements for Machine Gluer Operator plus ability to set up and troubleshoot Leary, Mactron, Alpina, and Pafra glue systems.
• Feeder/Inspector experience preferred; mechanical experience helpful (automotive, small engine repair, etc.).
• Finishing machine tools (allen wrench, screwdriver, etc.) and knowledge of SAP, RF Gen, and Ignition systems.

• Up to 12‑hour shifts on alternate days with rotating weekends off; must be able to work alternate schedules and overtime (early mornings, nights, weekends).
• Must be willing and able to work overtime.

• Sitting or standing for extended periods.
• Awkward and/or repetitive movements.
• Routine lifting up to 20 lbs; occasional team lifting up to 50 lbs; carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Reading computer screens or other electronic devices; use of hand and electrical tools.
• Working conditions include extremes of heat (up to 100° in summer), humidity, noise (must wear hearing protection).
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Working knowledge of finishing machine (gluer) and mechanical aptitude.

GRAPHIC PACKAGING INTERNATIONAL, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated based on their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, sex, age, religion, natural origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, handicap, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with 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 year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

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