Press Helper

Graphic Packaging International; Shelbyville (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) w/employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Paid Time Off + 11 paid holidays

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International in Illinois is seeking a Press Technician to support the Press Operator in preparing rolls, inks, and plates for printing. The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and teamwork as you contribute to on-time production.

The position offers a starting wage of $20.65 per hour, with a $1.15 per hour night shift differential and a $1,500 retention bonus for new hires and qualifying rehires. On-the-job training is provided.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical skills and ability to perform technical tasks.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, multi-task environment.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and detail orientation.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow verbal or written instructions.
• Ability to perform essential physical functions, including lifting up to 85 lbs and standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Work within and adhere to GPI’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships and Teamwork.
• Perform duties safely and be actively engaged in safety programs.
• Ensure production and distribution meet Safe Quality Foods standards.
• Check rolls size and basis weight at the press.
• Make rolls press ready and assist with changeovers.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas and train others when qualified.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Fast-paced environment

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Follow instructions

Physical ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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 Summary

Role: Press Technician

$1,500 Retention Bonus for New Hires and Qualifying Rehires

Starting At $20.65

$1.15/Hour Shift Differential for Night Shift

Description

Prepare rolls for printing and ensure ink and printing plates are ready for the Press Operator to use. Duties also include: keeping the area clean, assisting the Press Operator with changeovers, working in a safe manner, and obeying all safety rules. Understand and align business operations through execution of the role, exceeding customer expectations and aligning with GPI business, cultural, financial and operational objectives.

Work Device

Mops, knives, printing shafts, printing cylinders, printing plates, parts cleaning tank, pneumatic hoses, ice blaster

Education Preferred

High School Diploma or GED

Training Provided

On the job training provided by a trained Press Technician

Description Of Tasks

• Work within and adhere to GPI’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships and Teamwork.
• Perform all duties in a safe and orderly manner; Be actively engaged in safety programs.
• Ensure production and distribution of products consistent with established food safety, sanitation and quality standards.
• Check size and basis weight of rolls at the press.
• Make rolls press ready.
• Dispose of outer wrap and scrap in proper areas.
• Assist other Press Helpers, as needed.
• Have cylinders made ready and ink at the press prior to changeover.
• Keep the press unwind loaded with paper at all times.
• Assist Press Operator with changeover, keeping ink and cylinders prepped.
• Return ink to ink room.
• Cut down make-readies and delta scrap before the end of the shift.
• Clean printing plates before returning them to the mounting room.
• Help mounter in mounting room.
• Communicate effectively with oncoming shift.
• Once qualified, instruct and train other Press Helpers.
• Maintain all work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Fulfill overtime requirements necessary to ensure production and distribution requirements are met.
• Assist with all shut-down and start-up procedures
• Assist in other areas or perform other duties, as assigned.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor

Experience/Skills Required

• Basic mechanical skills. Must have the skills necessary to perform technical tasks.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, multi-task environment.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and detail orientation.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow verbal or written instructions.
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, with or without accommodation. This includes: Walking or standing for extended periods of time, up to 12-hours; Lifting to 50lbs; Carrying to 30 lbs.; Lowering to 30 lbs. from a height of 4 feet; Lifting to 85 lbs. to height of 6 feet
• (2-person job); Visual acuity and depth perception; Working in various temperatures & humidity levels.

Time Of Operation

12 Hour shifts working alternately (36) and (48) hour weeks with four (15) minute breaks and one (25) minute lunch. A/B shifts work from 7 am to 7 pm. C/D shifts work from 7 pm to 7 am.

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’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].

Requisition: 15573