Requisition ID: 14875
Location:
Fort Smith, AR, US, 72923
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Department: Manufacturing & Operations
Travel: No Travel Required
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 LOCATION
Fort Smith Plant 42
JOB TITLE
Finishing Helper
JOB CATEGORY
Hourly Plant & Mills
JOB DESCRIPTION
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Participates in overall product outcome associated with Gluers. Interprets and documents standards related to product performance and quality. Assists in the maintenance and set up of equipment for customer product. Abides all Plant Rules, Processes, Hygiene and Allergen Procedures related to the production of Safe Quality Foods and Good Manufacturing Practices.
Safe Quality Foods
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.
Must be able to operate and be familiar with the Gluer requirements.
Must be become familiar with technical aspects of Gluer and be able to troubleshoot if needed.
Must be able to assist with CI sorting.
Must be or become familiar with SAP, Ignition, RFGen and other software systems.
Must be able to work towards achieving Finishing Dept. goals.
Performs other organizational duties as required.
Must take direction from Shift Supervisor, Lead and Finishing Operator.
Must complete skill validation requirements for the Finishing Helper job.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Position Requirements:
High school diploma or GED
Self-Motivated
Good attendance
Problem solving/critical thinking
Make-ready operations
Leary operations
Computer literate
Feeder, packer and case sealer qualified.
Organizational skills
Work well with others and alone
Communication while being open to giving and receiving critiques
Desired Qualifications:
Display work habits that set an example for peers.
Prior manufacturing experience
Work with others to help improve efficiency in various tasks
Mechanical aptitude
In the event of absence, the Finishing Operator(s) would backfill this role.
The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demands:
Must be in good physical condition.
Proper lifting techniques.
More than 50 lbs requires a team lift.
Bend at the knee
Requires extended amounts of time bending, pulling, walking, standing and lifting.
KEY COMPETENCIES
KEY COMPETENCIES
Curiosity
Interpersonal skills
Tenacity
Self-starter
Critical Thinking
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
[email protected].
Nearest Major Market: Fort Smith
