JOB DESCRIPTION

Graphic Packaging International, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK), is committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are a leading global provider of paper-based packaging solutions for a wide variety of products for food, beverage, foodservice and other consumer products companies. We are one of the largest producers of folding cartons and hold a leading market position in solid bleached sulfate, coated unbleached Kraft and coated recycled paperboard. Graphic Packaging’s customers include some of the most widely- recognized companies in the world.

We achieve our vision by delivering value to our customers, building a high-performance culture for our employees and creating superior returns for our shareholders. We strive to be an environmentally responsible leader in our industry and in the communities where we operate.  Graphic Packaging has approximately 17,000 employees working in more than 60 locations in North and South America, Europe and the Pacific Rim. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefit programs that are among the best in the industry to reward the talented people who make our company successful. We invite you to review the following employment opportunity and to learn more about us at www.graphicpkg.com.

Inspired Packaging.  A World of Difference.

Graphic Packaging-Visalia manufactures and distributes paper cups and plastic lids for the food service industry and is currently recruiting for the following position.

JOB TITLE:  2ND BLANKER OPERATOR                              

DEPARTMENT:  BLANKER

WORK SCHEDULE:  4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. (Midnight)

JOB SUMMARY:

A Blanker Operator is responsible for maintaining the operation of the Blanking Department by producing blanks required by the blanker schedule. Blanker Operators will inspect the assigned blanker (machine) to ensure all guards are in place, assess roll alignment, brakes, housekeeping and paperwork before starting production. Blanker Operator will ensure quality through visual inspection of the blank along with making machine adjustments on an as needed basis. The Blanker Operator is required to complete roll changes or print changes on the machine and will also unstack the blanks from the machine and load them onto a blank cart.  Blanker Operators monitor the quality of the blanks and print quality continuously during production and will report potential quality issues.

All employees must follow all Graphic Packaging International work rules, code of conduct and safety procedures and policies including wearing personal protective equipment such as steel-toed shoes, hearing protection and safety goggles.  

WORK DEVICES/TOOLS consist of the following: cutting knife, cutting gloves, pusher, conversion cart & miscellaneous tools, hoist, pallet jack, stretch wrap, tape, blank carts & covers

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• 1-2 years’ experience manufacturing/industrial machine operator experience required
• Must be able to walk to retrieve blank cart and take the cart to their work station and to the warehouse throughout their shifts as needed. Surfaces are mostly concrete.
• Prior experience utilizing pallet jack —highly preferred
• Must be able to use pallet jacks when moving full carts as well as to move paper rolls. The maximum force exerted to push/pull a cart is approximately 35 pounds of force (as measured with a push/pull gauge). The distance an item is pushed is approximately 5 feet – 30 feet, depending on the location of the employees work station.
• Must be able to climb on small step ladders to remove paper jams in the machines. This occurs rarely throughout the shift. The Operator may also need to climb the back of the machine to make adjustments.
• Must be able to forward bend momentarily up to 90 degrees. Much of the bending performed, however, is slight forward bending for brief periods.
• Must be able to reach between waist and shoulder height which occurs occasionally throughout the shift basis.
• Must have the ability to work in a high paced and multi-task environment
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Overtime will be required as necessary including weekends. Graphic Packaging International operates on a 24 hour, 7 day/week basis.

The above description/summary may be amended, revised, or supplemented as the Company deems necessary in order to maintain safe, efficient, and continuous operation.

GRAPHIC PACKAGING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL CANDIDATES WILL BE EVALUATED ON THE BASIS OF THEIR QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB IN QUESTION. WE DO NOT BASE OUR EMPLOYMENT DECISION ON AN EMPLOYEE'S OR APPLICANT'S RACE, COLOR, SEX, AGE, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, CITIZENSHIP, HANDICAP, OR DISABILITY, MARITAL STATUS, VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LOCAL, STATE, OR FEDERAL LAW.

"EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - MINORITIES/FEMALES/INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES/VETERANS

Required Skills Required Experience

At Graphic Packaging International (NYSE: GPK), we produce the box you may have poured your child's cereal from this morning, the microwaveable tray that heated your lunch, the paper cup that held your coffee throughout the day, and the carrier of those bottles of craft beer you may enjoy tonight! 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 care products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are a team of collaborative, innovative, passionate individuals who are committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference. With almost 18,000 employees working in more than 70 locations in North and South America, Europe and the Pacific Rim, we strive to be an environmentally responsible leader 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. Learn more about us at www.graphicpkg.com. Inspired Packaging. A World of Difference.

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the EEO is the Law Poster.

PERSONALITY/ATTITUDE REQUIREMENTS

• Able to project Dollywood’s image by being genuinely friendly and caring and by taking pride in their work. • Must be self-motivated and disciplined. • Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis. • Must maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information. • Must display and live out our Lead With Love principles by being: patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, and dedicated. • Must be willing to constantly improve. • Must have professional appearance with good personal hygiene. • Must promote and support a “team” work environment by cooperating and helping co-workers. • Must adapt to changes easily. • Must tolerate a fast-paced, hectic environment. • Must show appreciation to others. • Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to take action to meet their needs within company guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS NECESSARY TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES

• Able to display and live out our Lead With Love principles by being: patient, kind, trusting, unselfish, truthful, forgiving, and dedicated. • Able to hear, see and speak. • Able to speak, read and write English. • Able to smile and make eye contact to make a friendly impression when greeting guests, vendors and other employees. • Must have manual dexterity necessary to complete all job duties. • Able to sit and/or stand for long/short periods. • Able to maintain good personal hygiene. • Able to get along with other employees to work out problems and resolve conflicts. • Able to comprehend instructions and retain information. • Able to maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules including any required overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays. • Able to tolerate a fast-paced, hectic environment. • Able to be flexible to handle frequent changes in priorities. • Able to prioritize tasks and complete assignments on time. • Able to tolerate temperatures of 0 to 100 degrees. • Able to work outdoors. • Able to tolerate prolonged standing, transporting material or equipment, or lifting, moving, or carrying heavy (over 30 pounds) materials for intermittent periods throughout the day.