Cutting Operator

Graphic Packaging International; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k)

Health & Welfare Benefits

Medical, dental, vision

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending/Health Savings

Voluntary benefits

Adoption Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off + holidays

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a Die Cutter operator to support set-up, maintenance and running of the Die Cutter. You’ll work with the team to meet safety, quality and productivity standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include make-ready, adjustments, die inspection, shift handoffs, routine maintenance, and accurate recording of production metrics. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical skills and the ability to interpret technical instructions.
• Ability to understand technical written and verbal instructions.
• Strong computer and math skills are required.
• Ability to accurately distinguish colour variation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds and bending required.
• Must be able to work overtime including weekends.
• Work well in a team and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with policies.
• Make-ready, adjust, and run job efficiently to meet safety and productivity standards.
• Examine job order to determine quantity, stock specifications, and die cutting instructions.
• Examine cutting dies for visual defects.
• Make necessary adjustments to ensure quality.
• Ensure information is communicated between shifts.
• Perform maintenance and cleaning of Die Cutter.
• Accurately record production metrics.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Independent work

Computer skills

Math skills

Color discrimination

Communication skills

Overtime eligibility

Safety awareness

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

Job Summary

Perform manual and machine operator tasks related to the set-up, maintenance, and operations of the Die Cutter. All members of the department are expected to work as a team to ensure standards are met in safety, quality, and productivity.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with our policies and procedures
• Make-ready, adjust, and run job as efficiently as possible to meet safety and productivity standards
• Examine job order to determine quantity to be cut, stock specifications, and special die cutting instructions
• Examine cutting dies for visual defects
• Make necessary adjustments to ensure quality
• Ensure information is communicated between shifts
• Perform proper and required maintenance as well as cleaning of Die Cutter
• Accurately record production metrics

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• Strong mechanical skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to understand technical written and verbal instructions
• Strong computer and math skills required
• Ability to accurately distinguish colour variation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Frequent lifting (up to 50 pounds), bending and turning
• Must be able to work overtime, including weekends, when necessary

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities

Responsible for compliance with all facility food safety, food defense, and quality policies and procedures including product safety (GMPs)/Sanitation policies and procedures. Employees must continually work to promote the orderliness and cleanliness of their work area in support of SQF/5S and other company standards.

GPI Benefits Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k)
• 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
• Paid Time Off + paid company holidays each year

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].

Recruitment Agency Partnership Notice

We value partnerships and maintain a strict process for engaging external agencies. Due to compliance requirements, we do not accept unsolicited resumes. Agencies must be fully onboarded and have an active, executed agreement in place with Graphic Packaging to submit candidates for open positions. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Graphic Packaging, and no recruitment fees will be owed.