JOB TITLE:

Cutting Operator

LOCATION:

Elk Grove Village, Illinois

DEPARTMENT:

Cutting

JOB CODE:

REPORTS TO:

Cutting Manager

LEVEL/GRADE

TYPE OF POSITION:

X    Full-time

  Part-time

FLSA:

     Salaried - Exempt

  Salaried -  Nonexempt

   Hourly

POSITION PURPOSE

• The person who occupies this position should be able to work in a fast pace environment. They are as well responsible for preparing and running the cutting machine as efficiently as possible while overseeing the quality of products processed.

JOB FUNCTIONS

The following is a list of specific duties which are considered the essential functions of this job.  The list is not exhaustive, as all positions at the company are dynamic.  The employee who occupies this position is expected to assume any/all duties assigned by management irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in this list.

1. Responsible for press make ready: adjust press to accommodate for new product sheets being cut (set feeder, lock up die, set stripper, blanker, and delivery).
2. Inspect quality of each load run: responsible for checking random sheets from each cut load to ensure for quality.
3. When cutting problems are encountered, Pressman is to flag and isolate poorly produced materials (all defective loads are to be tagged). Pressman is to make proper corrections before continuing the order.
4. Remove cut loads from press by use of handtruck.
5. Maintain written records of production. Records of waste, production time, waiting time etc...are to be kept.
6. Responsible for running press as efficiently as possible.
7. Perform score bend readings.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Physical and visual activities that are commonly associated* with the performance of the functions of this job:
  • Standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing (die into press, loaded pallets with handtruck), stooping (to make press adjustments), reaching, handling (pulling samples), visual acuity (near).
• Physical demands commonly associated* with the performance of the functions of this job:
  • Function 1 requires assisting Operator or Lead with loading dies (weighing approx. 150 lbs.) into cutting press
  • Function 2 requires stooping under press to place new pallet and to make necessary press adjustments.
  • Function 3 requires pulling full skid of cut stock (weighing 1500 to 2000 lbs.) from press with handtruck.
  • Also requires ability to lift empty pallets (weighing 25 - 40 lbs.) from stack of pallets (typ. 5 ft. high) and placing at end of press.
• Inside Conditions, extremes of heat (seasonal), humidity, noise, hazards, dust.
• Use of Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software:
  • Bobst Cutting Press, electric handtruck, and company provided tooling.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Working knowledge of cutting press. Mechanical aptitude.
• Must have experience running Bobst and Die Cutting Equipment.
• Stockbooster experience preferred.
• Must be able to work any shift, overtime and weekends when needed.

• “Commonly associated” is not intended to mean ALWAYS or ONLY. There may be different experiences that suggest other accommodations are appropriate.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this job. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise.  The employment relationship remains at-will.

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.

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.

• State certified  EMS 1st responder preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Class E Missouri drivers license or resident state equivalent
• Must pass a background check.
• State POST certified or related certification.
• Armed shooter firearms training and qualification.
• Law Enforcement tactical training.

COMPUTER SKILLS: Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Disabled/ Veterans