Material Handler

Graphic Packaging International, LLC; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday time off

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International, LLC in Perry, GA is seeking a Material Handler to support palletizing, packing, and material movement on the production floor. You will inspect, pack, and stack cartons, operate a pallet jack, stock materials, and keep work areas clean.

English fluency and forklift certification are required. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program including 401(k) matching, health/dental/vision coverage, disability and life insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision on a production floor.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and pack cartons neatly, ensuring only quality products are packed.
• Assemble corrugated according to customer specifications.
• Review pallet tags, pallet log, and work instructions for accuracy.
• Ensure labels are facing out and corrugated is aligned on pallets.
• Initial tags and check cases to prevent mixing.
• Operate pallet jack to move pallets to stretch wrap.
• Restock material for next shift and keep tables stocked with cases.
• Maintain area cleanliness and assist with make-ready tasks.
• Assist with troubleshooting and support lean initiatives (5S, TPM, Daily Management).

Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Self-motivated

Ability to follow verbal and written,

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

Material Handler

Perry, GA

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 Description

Job functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Palletizer Assistant/Packer has responsibility to inspect and pack cartons neatly. ONLY Quality Products are to be packed!

• Assemble corrugated according to customer specifications.

• Responsible to review and confirm Pallet tags, Pallet log and Work instructions all agree.

• Confirm labels are secure and facing out, as applicable, when preparing pallets. Also, make sure corrugated is all lined up and matches in appearance.

• Responsible to initial tags and confirm that they checked each case to prevent mixing, quality check.

• Responsible for operating Pallet Jack to move completed pallet over to stretch wrap machine and wrap pallet.

• Responsible to Re-stock enough material for next crew member coming behind, which includes cases stocked and also keeping the tables stocked up with cases. In addition, must keep up speed to not back up the table.

• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the area (remove stray cartons, sweep up, etc.) performed during make ready.

• The Palletizer Assistant/Packer will help with troubleshooting when issues arise.

• Support and Develop (Lean) initiatives (5s, TPM, Daily Management).

Requirements

Background/Experience:

• Basic Computer Skills

• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Requirement:

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of GPI Forklift Certification.

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities:

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.

• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.

• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.

• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).

• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.

Candidates must be proficient in English, with the ability to communicate, read, and understand work-related instructions and safety procedures and requirements.

GPI’s Benefit 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 + 11 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] .