Cup Packer - Graphic Packaging International : Job Details

Cup Packer

Requisition ID: 6408

Location:

Visalia, CA, US, 93278

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 SUMMARY:

Cup packer is responsible for properly monitoring, packing, and packaging multiple cup lines. Cup packer must verify proper identification on all boxes, follow all appropriate procedures when defective product is found. Cup packer must be familiar with the operation of post cup forming equipment andoperation of the plastic auto bagger machine. Cup packer must comply with all quality standards by not accepting defective material into work center, not making defective products at work station, not passing defects to internal customers and by reporting potential quality issues. Cup packer must maintain effective communication with other employees and assist other employees when needed. Cup packer is required to maintain a clean and organized work area and complete other work as assigned by supervisor. Additionally, Cup packer must also be capable of performing the position of a utility packer (UP). A UP is responsible for relieving packers during their breaks.

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:pens, stamps / ink, and white out

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED :

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time with scheduled breaks

• Must be able to lift/carry approximately 10 pounds.

• Must be able towalkaround machine/equipment frequently to ensure it is operating correctly. Surfaces are mostly concrete.

• Must be able to push filled boxes of product onto the conveyer. Light force is required to complete this task.

• Must be able to use step ladders when cleaning out auto baggers.

• Must be able to reach between waist, shoulder and overhead height which occurs constantly throughout shift.

• 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

• Must be able to work scheduled/unscheduled overtime as required

• Manufacturing experience of 1-2 years preferred

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

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.Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law. (

Nearest Major Market: Visalia

Nearest Secondary Market: Tulare