Assistant Cutting Press Operator (ACPO)

Graphic Packaging International Spain SA; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International in Solon, Ohio seeks a dedicated Material Handler to prepare loads for cutting presses, ensure SQF compliance, and assist with daily production tasks. The role requires forklift certification, basic data entry, color discrimination, and color-accurate quality checks.

You will work 12-hour shifts, weekends/overtime as needed, and support housekeeping, safety, and continuous improvement efforts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 2 years manufacturing experience.
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare loads for cutting presses and keep area clean to SQF standards.
• Record daily time and materials usage in SAP and RF Gen.
• Assist with preventative maintenance and supervisor support.
• Maintain SQF standards and uphold Graphic Packaging International's core values.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Color discrimination

SQF compliance

Food defense compliance

Forklift certified

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Graphic

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.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Job Details

Preparing loads of product for the cutting presses. Keep cutting department in clean and to assist the SQF Audits while maintaining SQF standards.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Air Loads for each of the cutting presses
• Empties the conveyor lines from the Asitrade
• Removes scrap sheets from each press, bands up all waste loads and brings them to the warehouse
• Moves laminated sheet loads to Asitrade WIP area
• Keeps daily time and materials usage reports and records information in SAP and RF Gen
• Performs Preventative Maintenance
• Assist temporary employees with understanding task assignments while Reinforcing SQF standards and Graphic Packaging Internationals core values.
• Perform housekeeping duties
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and Manager
• Shares an obligation to protect and strengthen Graphic Packaging International’s good reputation in our relationships with customers, employees, suppliers, competitors, investors, and governmental agencies, and to act consistently with our core values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships, and Teamwork

Required Skills and Experience:

Required Skills

• Basic computer skills, data entry
• Visual Color Discrimination, the ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of colors
• Familiar with SQF compliance standards
• Familiar with Food defense compliance standards
• FORKLIFT CERTIFIED REQUIRED

Required Experience

• High School Diploma, GED
• 2 years experience in a manufacturing role

Physical Demands:

• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 lb.
• Occasional climbing, stooping, bending and overhead reaching.
• Frequent standing and walking.
• Fine hand manipulation.
• Grasping and gripping.
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Color vision needed to detect inappropriate color of product.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts plus overtime as required
• Must be able to work any shift (days/graveyard)
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed.

GPI Benefits Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/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 + 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. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [e-mail].