General Production Various Shifts - Graphic Packaging International of Sioux Falls

At Graphic Packaging International, 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.  With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communnities where we operate.  

We are looking for individuals with attention to detail and strong hand and eye coordination.  Must be safety and quality focused, have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high-speed equipment, basic reading and math skills, ability to think logically and work in a team environment.  Previous manufacturing experience a plus.  Ability to work full shift. Attendance Incentive paid weekly.  Night Shift differential. 10 hour and 12 hour shifts available, some rotating days.

General Production as a Feeder/Packer:

The feeder/packer is a production worker that takes printed blanks/flat cartons and neatly places then into the machine to be formed and glued.  They then pull the cartons/product that has been formed and glued by the machine in a predetermined machine count, inspect the newly made cartons, place them in customer packaging and prepare them for shipping.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Feed according to operator instructions

Inspect cartons and pack according to specifications

Fan every handful checking for defects

Must be able to pack at a speed which keeps up with the machine

Must be able to pick up at least 75 cartons at a time

Houskeeping in your work area

Watch and listen for jam-ups, inform operator of any problems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English

Ability to read, understand and follow job jacket instructions

Must have basic math skills

Able to tolerate repetitious work

Ability to lift and handle at least 50 lbs.

Ability to stand for 10 or 12 hour shifts