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Inspector Packer

Hamel, MN

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.

Inspector Packer - 12 hour shift-7pm-7am - Sunday night - Thursday morning. Every 6 weeks will rotate to 7pm-7am shift - Tuesday night - Saturday morning

Eligible for $2,000 Hiring Bonus*

(Direct Hire ONLY)

Inspector Packer Wage: Full time - Starting at $23.09 base, Automatic raises every 3 months during your first year, annual raises thereafter - 12 hour Night shift includes an additional $1/hour shift differential. Top rate $26.47. Weekly open interviews on Wednesday - 10am - 2pm.

Inspector Packer - 12 hour shift-7pm-7am - Sunday night - Thursday morning. Every 6 weeks will rotate to 7pm-7am shift - Tuesday night - Saturday morning. Switch every 6 weeks between front half and back half of week, hours do not change (no change from days to nights, nights to days).

Inspector Packer Job Summary:

Remove cartons from machine, inspect, pack cartons, performs quality checks, and completes documentation.

Manufacturing procedures are well established. Production Supervisor readily available as needed.

Inspector Packer Job Duties:

• Catches and inspects cartons coming off production machine to ensure they are glued and formed properly.

• Checks for defects by pulling stacks of cartons off machine, dropping stack on table, fanning out the stack and tapping.

• Packs off product into case and tapes completed box closed per manufacturing specification.

• Palletizes as needed.

• Flat packing & rework.

• Checks level of glue on carton throughout shift and informs Glue Machine Operator/Feeder of any problems.

• Assists Glue Machine Operator and Feeder in any way needed to keep machine running.

• Documents QA manufacturing checks and production reporting.

• Provides relief for breaks as needed.

• Keeps manufacturing area and production machine clean throughout shift.

• Responsible for understanding and adhering to all GMP, safety, manufacturing, food safety, AIB, HACCP and food defense procedures (training will be provided).

• Any other reasonable request from production management.

Inspector Packer Job Specifications:

• Must be 18 years or older

• High School diploma or GED preferred

• Mechanical/technical aptitude

• Manufacturing or production background preferred but not required

• Computer skills

• Ability to work safely

• Ability to work with others

• Must be flexible; willing to work other shifts, overtime and weekends

• Must be able to speak, read and write English.

• Possess a strong work ethic.

Physical/Mental Requirements

Occasional physical effort (continuous or prolonged standing/ bending, etc.) required. Manufacturing work environment involves constant exposure to adverse conditions such as dust, noise, fumes, weather, poor lighting, or production heavy machinery/equipment.

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

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, sex, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, handicap, or disability, marital status, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

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 + 10 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 accommodations@graphicpkg.com .

Requisition: 14308