Production Assistant

Graphic Packaging International; Vancouver (WA); Presencial; USD 26 000 - 37 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

401(k) with employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Paid Time Off

Resumo da oferta

Graphic Packaging International is seeking an entry-level production team member to perform a range of duties including feeding, packing, labeling, and palletizing, with focus on quality and efficiency. The role involves operating banding and Packsize equipment, stocking supplies, and following safety procedures.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with 8-hour shifts plus overtime as needed.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsabilidades

• Feed, pack, label, palletize products as assigned.
• Operate banding and Packsize equipment.
• Lift and move cartons and materials as directed.
• Stack cartons on pallets following specs.
• Inspect finished cartons for quality.
• Input data into computer and restock materials.

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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.

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 Details

Mission / Summary

Rate of Pay - $23.14

This is an entry level position. The employee who occupies this position is responsible for any/all duties assigned by management irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in this list.

JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include, but are not limited to the following.

The Assistant responsibilities can include feeding, packing, labeling, palletizing, operation of the banding/wrapping equipment and operation of Packsize equipment.

Lift handfuls of material and placing in the feeder of the equipment.

Pack cartons into cases directly behind gluers or directly after stripping

Inspect cartons - ONLY Quality Products are to be packed!

Strip individual cartons off die cut loads

Off bear cartons off cut loads into separate copies or die positions

Prepare cases, layer boards, and labels for jobs

Check job ticket or spec book for appropriate pallet configuration

Stack cartons according to spec on pallet. Confirm that labels are correct and facing out, as applicable, on all finishing pallets. Also making sure corrugated is all lined up and matches in appearance.

Stretch wrap complete pallets and send to shipping

Scan finished goods and input data into computer

Re-stock materials for the following crews, which include but not limited to, making lids, corrugated stocked and also keeping the tables stocked up with tape

Operate electric Pallet Jacks safely to move WIP or finished pallets.

Maintain the cleanliness of the area (remove stray cartons, sweep up, etc.) performed during make ready.

Conduct quality audits as required

Conduct sorting operations as required

Background / Experience / Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Schedule Demands

Must be able to work 8 hour shifts plus overtime as required.

Employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.

Physical Demands

Standing: 34-66% of time

Walking: 34-66% of time

Pushing/Pulling: Frequently with a force of 15 lbs. Occasionally with a force of 30-40 lbs.

Lifting: Frequently with a force of 15 lbs. Occasionally with a force of 30-40 lbs.

Frequent stair climbing, kneeling, crouching, balance, forward bending/standing, right and left hand coordination.

Occasional right and left hand grip, elevated work, repetitive squat, repetitive reaching, step ladder climbing, rotation sitting.

Wear PPE when required: Safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection etc.

Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.

Use of various office equipment.

Key Competencies

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

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) 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.