If you are a GPI employee, 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.
Graphic Packaging International, Prosperity Extrusion Facility is currently seeking Powered Industrial Truck Operators for our Prosperity, SC facility located in Newberry County. PIT Operators will support the extrusion facility while operating various types of Hyster mechanical equipment which includes forklift and clamp trucks, yard dog, a railcar mover, and other various types of powered vehicle equipment.
Loading and unloading the production line with rolls of basestock, loading finished goods and unloading raw material from trailers and railcars, and moving railcars are some of the functions of the warehouse operator. POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCK EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. A stable work history is a must, with a minimum of 2 years of powered industrial truck experience with equipment such as sit down forklifts, clamp trucks and trailer jockey required.
• Team player • Ability to work alone in most situations • Housekeeping • 5S oriented • Troubleshooting • PC experience • Strong Safety • Behavior • Action oriented • Self-motivated/self-starter • Punctuality and attendance are a must!
Physical attributes for the position:
• Standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.) • Carrying (up to 50 lbs.) • Pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, visual acuity (Near and Far) • Grasping and gripping • Possess a strong work ethic • Must be able to work additional hours (overtime) • Reading computer screen or electronic devices • Read a tape measure
Required Skills:
• Be at least 18 years old • Mechanical/Technical aptitude • Excellent Computer skills • Ability to communicate well verbally
You will be required to wear steel toes shoes, hair and/or beard nets, safety glasses and earplugs at a minimum. A background check and drug screen are required for hiring.
Starting pay is $20.37 per hour with a $1.75 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift and $1.50 for 3rd shift and potential wage progression up to $26.78.
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 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
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