Press-2nd Operator

Graphic Packaging International; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k)

Health & Welfare Benefits

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Short & long-term disability

Life insurance

AD&D

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a Printing Press Operator to prepare, operate and maintain lithographic printing presses in the Printing Department. You will mount plates, set ink rotation, monitor inks and coatings, and assist the 1st Press Operator to ensure high-quality production according to SQF guidelines.

The role requires basic math and reading/writing skills, plus the ability to pass color-blindness testing.

Qualifications

• Basic math, reading and writing skills required.
• Ability to read a ruler to within 1/32” is necessary.
• General computer skills needed to operate press console and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Mount and register printing plates and set up inks.
• Monitor ink fountains, fountain solution, and coatings during runs.
• Assist 1st Press Operator with press setup and operation.
• Ensure safety rules are followed and maintain SQF compliance.
• Collect SPC data and participate in continuous process improvement.

Skills

Basic math

Reading & writing

Color vision

Computer skills

Tools

Press console

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

Performs a wide variety of duties to prepare, operate and maintain the lithographic printing presses in the Printing Department.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Mount and register printing plates.
• Set-up proper color rotation of inks by cleaning and filling the ink fountains.
• Generate Load Tags to identify each printed load.
• Assist the 1st Press Operator in operating the lithographic printing press.
• Monitor the fountain solution and aqueous coating while the job is running.
• Monitor the ink in the fountains in all of the units on the lithographic printing press.
• Assist the 1st Press Operator with establishing the correct settings on the lithographic printing press. Ie: rollers, packing, pressures.
• Capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
• Participate in any tasks necessary to allow for continuous operation of the process.
• Follow all Plant Safety rules and maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist the 1st Press Operator to monitor the level of quality in the products being produced.
• Comply with the Consolidated Standards for Inspection – Food Contact Manufacturing Facilities following SQF Guidelines.

Additional Responsibilities

• Collect Statistical Process Control (SPC) Data as required.
• Participate in Continuous Process Improvement Activities as required.

Qualifications

Basic math, reading and writing skills are required to perform this job. The ability to read a ruler to within 1/32” is necessary. General computer skills are needed to operate the console on the press. Operator must be able to pass a test for color blindness.

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.

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
• Tuition 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].