Operator Assistant

Graphic Packaging International; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking candidates for the Finishing department in our 24/7 manufacturing environment. The finishing role contributes to the production process, ensuring loads are prepared safely and efficiently to meet customer expectations and company objectives.

You will perform manual labor, palletize, wrap, label, and complete required quality checks while maintaining a clean work area and following SOPs and safe work practices.

Qualifications

• Prior exposure to manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Able to read/interpret/complete information sheets/forms.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand/power tools.
• Excellent dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Excellent communicator (speaking/writing/listening/reading).
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor in a fast-paced manufacturing environment under deadlines.
• Palletize product, wrap, strap, and label loads.
• Ensure all quality checks are performed following SOPs.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Safely perform tasks on and around moving machinery/equipment.
• Follow all company policies and safe work practices.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Reading/comprehension

Mechanical aptitude

Dexterity

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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.

Job Details

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities

Mission/Summary

The Finishing department is an integral part of the production process. Individuals must understand and align business operations as they execute their role to exceed customer expectations and align with GPI business, cultural, financial, and operational objectives.

JOB FUNCTIONS: (include, but are not limited to the following)

• Perform manual labor duties in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while working under tight production deadlines.
• Responsible for palletizing product, wrapping, strapping, and labeling loads.
• Responsible for ensuring all required quality checks are performed following SOP's.
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of work area (removing stray cartons, sweeping, etc.).
• Safely perform all tasks on and around moving machinery/equipment.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Must follow all GPI safe work practices.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

Skills/Experience

• Prior exposure to manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Must be able to read/interpret/complete information sheets/forms.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand/power tools preferred.
• Excellent dexterity, hand-eye coordination required.
• Excellent communicator (speaking/writing/listening/reading).
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic math skills required - addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Physical Demands

• Standing for extended periods of time (8-12 hours).
• Awkward and/or repetitive movements, including pushing/pulling, bending, twisting, above shoulder lifting.
• Routine lifting and occasional heavy lifting (up to 40 lbs.).
• Noisy environment with fluctuating temperatures.

Schedule Demands

• Successful candidates must be willing and able to work all shifts, including but not limited to days, afternoons, evenings, 12-hour shifts, rotating shifts, weekends, and statutory holidays as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, without exception, in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. Candidates unable to work any these shifts will not be considered for the job.

Requisition: 15214