Operator Position Available In Wilson, Tennessee

Title:

Operator

Requisition ID:

10260

Location:

Lebanon, TN, US, 37087

Department:

Hourly Plant & Mill (Except Maintenance Roles)

Travel:

No Travel Required , please click the Employee Login before applying. 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. Primary Responsibilities are, but not limited to the following: Works as a leader of the crew, operator assistants, feeders, packers, and inspectors working on the machine.
Must be supportive and involved in GPI efforts for LEAN, 5’s, Six Sigma and other Continuous Improvement programs and processes.
Operates production machinery in accordance with prints and specifications.
Strives for operational excellence within established specifications and tolerances to achieve standard.
Obtains job tickets and reviews prior to running orders.
Measures finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications.
Maintains logs and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces.
Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance.
Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Ability to follow directions and work well in a team environment
Ability to interpret and translate designs and documentation
Trains and enforces compliances on established best practices with all personnel
Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to troubleshoot, adjust, and debug the equipment and production lines required in house or at the customers facility
Thorough attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Basic computer and data entry skills
Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations, to include LOTO and GPI’s 7 Safety Absolutes
Visual color discrimination, the ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of colors
Ability to work under minimal supervision
Good attendance
Ensure that production goals and objectives are met in a timely and efficient manner
Ensure that production processes are carried out in accordance with established safety and quality standards
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
Train and mentor production staff in the use of equipment and processes
Monitor inventory levels and ensure proper stock rotation
Troubleshoot production issues and resolve them in a timely manner 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. 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. , .

Nearest Major Market:

Nashville