Requisition ID: 14878
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
Cutting Aerator/Helper
JOB CATEGORY
Hourly Plant & Mills
JOB DESCRIPTION
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Relocate and straighten printing department sheeted stock to cutting press assigned to work order. This process requires the lifting and movement of heavy process-related items and requires time management while retrieving and straightening work in progress loads of paper. The Aerator will also assist with Cutting Operator breaks while completing all procedures and documentation regarding the cutting process in a safe manner.
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.
Quality
Verifying the correct work order is placed at each assigned work center
Ensures all products are manufactured to company/customer specifications
Documents all defects in GainSeeker and place them in the appropriate area
Accurately reporting
Downtime and Maintenance work orders
Mislabeled or Missing Confirmation tickets from Printing
Obtain needed materials
Have all required material staged and ready
Assist with the Make Ready process
Troubleshoot issues regarding cutting off, feeder trips and piling up of waste
Pull schedule from SAP for all Cutting work centers
Utilization of SAP Pick List to verify all materials for the given work center has been located.
Missing loads should be reported to the Lead and Supervisor
Other duties assigned
Perform preventative maintenance as required
Report off-color, coating stickers and damaged goods to CI and Supervisor
Mentor/training others to perform this job duty
Perform Daily Housekeeping tasks
Daily pallet jack inspection
Sweeping designated department/area
Emptying recycling bins
Removing table sheets from Cutting press
Paint cutter and other areas of the department as needed
Ensure that New Hires or General Helpers assigned to the equipment are correctly/effectively trained to perform task meant to maintain a running cutter.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Position Requirements:
High school diploma or GED
Self-Motivated
Problem solving/critical thinking
Organizational skills
Work well with others
Desired Qualifications:
Display work habits that set an example for peers.
Prior manufacturing experience
Work with others to help improve efficiency in various tasks
In the event of absence, the Cutting 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 require a team lift.
Requires extended amounts of time bending, pulling, walking, standing and lifting.
KEY COMPETENCIES
KEY COMPETENCIES
Curiosity
Interpersonal skills
Tenacity
Self-starter
Critical Thinking
Mechanical Aptitude
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
