Cup Operator

Graphic Packaging International; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging Visalia is seeking a 3rd shift Cup Room Operator to maintain heat seal and glue seal machines for paper cup production. You will load stock, monitor operations, and report quality issues to the Quality Dept and Packers. PPE required; overtime may be needed on weekends.

Responsibilities include keeping machines clean, adjusting fluids, and communicating with departments to ensure continuous operation of a 24/7 facility in Visalia.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years recent experience manufacturing/industrial machine operator experience required.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time with scheduled breaks.
• Prior experience utilizing pallet jack - highly preferred
• Must be able to walk around machine/equipment frequently; surfaces are mostly concrete
• Must be able to lift/carry weight approximately 35 lbs; the average distance carried is approximately 5-10 feet
• Must be able to use a two-step stepstool, and 6 feet - 10 feet ladders with rails and a platform at the top for standing in order to access the equipment for inspection/maintenance/repair
• Must be able to bend forward momentarily up to 90 degrees when repairing or maintaining machines.
• Must be able to reach between waist and shoulder height which occurs on a frequent basis.
• Must have the ability to work in a high paced and multi-task environment
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Overtime will be required as necessary including weekends. Graphic Packaging International operates on a 24 hour, 7 day/week basis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain operation of heat seal and glue seal machines for the production of paper cups.
• Keep machines clean and in good working condition; clean spills in the production area.
• Monitor machine operation, check fluids, make adjustments.
• Load paper stock into the machine for production of paper cups.
• Communicate any quality problems to the Quality Dept and packers.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear PPE as required.

Skills

1-2+ years manufacturing experience

Stand for long periods

Walk around machinery

Lift 35 lbs

Two-step stool & ladders

Bend up to 90 degrees

Reach waist to shoulder height

High-paced environment

Self-motivated

Overtime (weekends)

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

The Cup Room Operator (CRT) is responsible for maintaining the operation of heat seal and glue seal machines for the production of paper cups. CRT's will ensure machines are kept clean and in good working conditions and are responsible for cleaning any spills in the production area. CRT's monitor the operation of the machines, checking fluids, making adjustments and maintaining cleanliness so that the machines can continue running properly. CRT is also responsible for loading paper stock into the machine for the production of paper cups. CRT will communicate any quality problems with the Quality Dept and packers.

Graphic Packaging International, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK), is committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are a leading global provider of paper-based packaging solutions for a wide variety of products for food, beverage, foodservice and other consumer products companies. We are one of the largest producers of folding cartons and hold a leading market position in solid bleached sulfate, coated unbleached Kraft and coated recycled paperboard. Graphic Packaging's customers include some of the most widely-recognized companies in the world.

We achieve our vision by delivering value to our customers, building a high-performance culture for our employees and creating superior returns for our shareholders. We strive to be an environmentally responsible leader in our industry and in the communities where we operate.

Graphic Packaging has approximately 24,000 employees working in more than 60 locations in North and South America, Europe and the Pacific Rim. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefit programs that are among the best in the industry to reward the talented people who make our company successful. We invite you to review the following employment opportunity and to learn more about us at www.graphicpkg.com.

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Graphic Packaging-Visalia manufactures and distributes paper cups and plastic lids for the food service industry and is currently recruiting for the following position.

Job Title

3rd Shift Cup Room Operator

Department

Cup Room

Work Schedule

12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Pay

$21.98 - $27.97

Job Summary

The Cup Room Operator (CRT) is responsible for maintaining the operation of heat seal and glue seal machines for the production of paper cups. CRT's will ensure machines are kept clean and in good working conditions and are responsible for cleaning any spills in the production area. CRT's monitor the operation of the machines, checking fluids, making adjustments and maintaining cleanliness so that the machines can continue running properly. CRT is also responsible for loading paper stock into the machine for the production of paper cups. CRT will communicate any quality problems with the Quality Dept and packers.

All employees must follow all Graphic Packaging International safety procedures and policies including wearing personal protective equipment such as steel toed shoes, hearing protection and safety goggles.

WORK DEVICES/TOOLS consist of the following: Bristol brush, latex gloves, paper, pen, grease pen, grease gun, Oil machines, standard tools (utility knife, wrenches, plyers, etc…)

Experience/Skills Required

• 1-2+ years recent experience manufacturing/industrial machine operator experience required.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time with scheduled breaks
• Prior experience utilizing pallet jack - highly preferred
• Must be able to walk around machine/equipment frequently; surfaces are mostly concrete
• Must be able lift/carry weight approximately 35 lbs; the average distance carried is approximately 5 feet- 10 feet
• Must be able to use a two-step stepstool, and 6 feet - 10 feet ladders with rails and a platform at the top for standing in order to access the equipment for inspection/maintenance/repair
• Must be able to bend forward momentarily up to 90 degrees when repairing or maintaining machines.
• Must be able to reach between waist and shoulder height which occurs on a frequent basis.
• Must have the ability to work in a high paced and multi-task environment
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Overtime will be required as necessary including weekends. Graphic Packaging International operates on a 24 hour, 7 day/week basis.

The above description/summary may be amended, revised, or supplemented as the Company deems necessary in order to maintain safe, efficient, and continuous operation.

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of 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, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, handicap, or disability, marital status, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

"Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Veterans"

Requisition: 11707