Press-1st Operator Requisition ID: 10016 Location: Vancouver, WA, US, 98683 Department: Hourly Plant & Mill (Except Maintenance Roles) Travel: No Travel Required **If you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying. (https://graphicpact2test.valhalla55.stage.jobs2web.com/)** **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.** **Printing Press – 1st Pressman** **Pay Range** **–** **$38.18 - $44.61** **MISSION / SUMMARY:** The person who occupies this position is responsible for running printing presses as efficiently and safely as possible. Pressman is also responsible for overall quality of sheets printed. Operators understand and align business operations and Finishing Department as they execute their role to exceed customer expectations and align with GPI business, cultural, financial and operational objectives. **JOB FUNCTIONS:** _Job functions include, but are not limited to the following._ · Responsible for overall quality of printed sheets. Pressman selects random sheets from each load and checks that they have appropriate color, register, type and are void of unnecessary markings. · When problems are encountered, pressman is to determine cause and adjust press to correct error. · Pressman responsible for removing full pallets from press with hand truck and placing a new pallet on press. · Must maintain written records of production and quality. Records include production time, amount produced, time wasted on corrections and waiting for materials and number of defective materials. · Records of color quality are also recorded and graphed. · Responsible for performing duties of second pressman or feeder when needed in order to keep press running. · Responsible for press make-ready (adjust press to accommodate for new printing job to be done). (Refer to manual on quick change over procedure). · Must assist second pressman and feeder with monthly cleaning of press. Press is thoroughly cleaned, oiled and greased. Rollers are changed if necessary **BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION:** · Manufacturing experience preferred · Mechanical/technical aptitude · Entry Level Computer skills · Must be able to speak, read and write English. · Must have basic math skills. · Mechanical aptitude is preferred. · Needs working knowledge of printing press. · Must have Feeder/Operator and Second Pressman experience. **SKILLS:** · Knowledge of basic manufacturing practices and strong problem-solving skills · Ability to interpret and translate designs and documentation · Basic mechanical ability to adjust the equipment to maximize production and ensure quality standards are met or exceeded · Ability to match or detect differences between colors · Maintain cooperative working relationships, demonstrates a positive attitude and consideration towards fellow employees and supervision · Perform all duties in an independent manner with minimal direction and supervision · Excellent verbal and written communication skills · Basic computer and data entry skills + Understanding of sheetfed printing requirements. + Ability to inspect sheets and identify defects. + Basic troubleshooting skills for sheeter equipment. + Strong attention to detail and ability to follow job tickets. + Willingness to perform maintenance and cleaning duties. + Ability to lift, move, and handle paper rolls and sheets. + Strong communication skills to report issues and collaborate with the team. · Ability to work toward department goals and maintain quality standards. **SCHEDULE DEMANDS:** + Must be able to work 8 hour or 12 hours shifts plus overtime as required. · Employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so. **PHYSICAL DEMANDS:** + Sitting or standing, depending on changing job assignment, for extended periods. + Awkward and/or repetitive movements. + Physical and visual activities that are commonly associated* with the performance of the functions of this job: + Standing, walking, lifting (up to 40 lbs. without assistance and up to 100 lbs. with assistance), carrying (same as lifting), pushing (empty pallets onto press), pulling (loaded pallets from press delivery), stooping, bending, reaching, handling (pulling samples from press (talking and hearing (communicating with other press members), visual acuity (far and near), color vision. + Physical demands commonly associated* with the performance of the functions of this job: + Requires ability to lift empty pallets (weighing 25-40 pounds) from stack of pallets (typ.5 ft. high) and placing at end of press. + Pressman’s vision must be acute at distances of up to 40 ft. in order to communicate with feeder and second pressman. + Pressman’s vision must be acute at short distances (20 inches or less) in order to inspect for quality of printing sheets. Color vision is required to detect variances in color of product. + Press make ready duties requires physical ability to lift and carry ink buckets (up to 35 pounds). o Buckets are carried upstairs (3 ft.) and lifted approximately4 ft. high. · Reading computer screen or other electronic devices. · Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software: o Printing press, CPC (Color Printer Control) (for Heidelberg or Manroland presses), various wrenches and other related tools. o Inside Conditions, noise (from printing presses), vibration, odors, dust. **KEY COMPETENCIES:** · **Problem Solving** - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions. · **Customer Service** - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. · **Interpersonal Skills** - Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. · **Organizational Support** - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values. · **Judgment** - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. · **Quality** - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. · **Quantity** - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. · **Safety and Security** - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. · **Attendance/Punctuality** - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. · **Dependability** - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. · **Initiative** - Volunteers readily; Asks for and offers help when needed. **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. (http://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/Graphicpkg/SF\_eeo\_is\_the\_law\_federal\_poster.pdf)** **Nearest Major Market:** Portland Oregon **Nearest Secondary Market:** Tacoma