Plate Mounter

Graphic Packaging International; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

HSAs/FSAs

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International, a leader in paperboard and packaging, is seeking a Plate Mounter for the Perry, GA area. You will handle plate mounting, maintain SAP schedules, and support press operations to ensure timely production.

The role requires lifting up to 70 pounds and working at heights, with a focus on accuracy and safety. Candidates should have completed plate mounting training with Level 1 sign-off and be comfortable using SAP, performing maintenance tasks, and communicating with

Qualifications

• Must have plate mounting training and Level 1 sign-off.
• Experience using SAP to access press schedules and data sheets.
• Able to follow and document press-related processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Use SAP to bring up the press schedules and print SAP beverage data sheet.
• Troubleshoot and correct plate-related problems with pressroom personnel.
• Operate machinery and perform machine maintenance.
• Perform daily checks on all presses to verify SAP accuracy.
• Prepare plates for mounting by cutting and staging.
• Complete daily End of Shift Report and all checklists.
• Interface with plate room inventory systems to maintain updated information.
• Deliver plates to all presses in a timely manner.

Skills

Organization

Analytical skills

Press support

Multi-tasking

Computer skills

Math skills

Self-motivated

Decision making

Attention to detail

Education

Plate Mounting training (Area Lead sign-off Level 1)

Tools

SAP

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.

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.

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 Description

NOTICE

POSITION POSTING

DATE: Tuesday, October 27th, 2026

NUMBER: 26-031

POSITION: Plate Mounter

Job Function:

• Ability to use SAP, bring up the press schedules. Print and understand the SAP beverage data sheet.
• Troubleshoots and corrects plate related problems and assists in troubleshooting unknown problems with pressroom personnel.
• Operates machinery and performs machine maintenance.
• Perform daily checks on all presses to verify SAP accuracy.
• Prepare plates for mounting by cutting, staging, etc.
• Completes daily End of Shift Report accurately and all checklists entirely.
• Interfaces with plate room inventory systems to maintain updated information.
• Deliver plates to all presses in timely manner.

Job Description

• Provides plate/prepress training as required.
• Communicates with press personnel to mitigate/resolve scheduling issues.
• Ensures that plate-related problems have the minimum possible impact on the manufacturing process.
• Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 70 pounds.
• Walking, bending, standing, stooping, and turning.
• Working in heights up to 12 feet using ladders.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills:

• Strong organization and analytical skills.
• Ability to support press needs.
• Able to multi-task with ease.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong math skills.
• Self-motivated and directed.
• Results oriented with good decision-making skills.
• Attention to detail.

Required Experience:

• Has had training in Plate Mounting and has been signed off by the Area Lead on at least one level 1 basic skill.

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 who do not meet the minimum requirements will also be notified by Human Resources.

Deadline: Sunday, November 1st, 2026

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].

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.