Press Helper

JOB TITLE:

Press Helper

DIVISION: FOOD SERVICE

Clarksville, TN

REVISION:

April 1, 2023

DEPARTMENT:

Press

OPPORTUNITY:

Graphic Packaging International is a foodservice cup forming manufacturing operation seeking candidates to join our Clarksville, TN team.  This job posting is for an Entry-Level Press Helper position. 

JOB SUMMARY: 

Safely prepares paper rolls, inks, and other materials for paper printing; ensures ink and printing plates are prepared and organized for press use. Other duties include work area housekeeping, assisting Press Operators with changeovers and make-readies. Understanding and aligning business operations through execution of the role while exceeding customer expectations and aligning with GPI’s business, cultural, financial, and operational objectives.

WORK DEVICE: 

Various hand tools, mops, safety knives, printing shafts, printing cylinders, printing plates, parts cleaning tank, pneumatic hoses, ice blasters, various inks, and chemical cleaners

EDUCATION PREFERRED: 

High School Diploma or GED, preferred but not required

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

• 18 years or older, required
• Manufacturing experience of 1-2 years, preferred but not required
• Basic mechanical skills: must have the skills necessary to perform technical tasks

• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Maintains positive team environment 
• Demonstrates organizational skills and highly detail oriented
• Ability to work in a fast-pace, multi-task environment
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, with or without accommodation.  This includes walking or standing for extended periods of time, up to 12-hours; climbing stairs; lifting to 50 pounds; carrying to 30 pounds; lowering to 30 pounds from a height of 4 feet; lifting to 85 pounds to height of 6 feet (2-person job); pushing to 1500 pounds (2-person job or use of roll movers); visual acuity and depth perception; working in various temperatures and humidity levels.

TRAINING PROVIDED: 

On the job training provided by a qualified Press Helper, Press Operator, and/or Group Leader

SUPERVISOR REQUIREMENTS: 

Supervision received from Group Leaders, Shift Supervisors, and various members of the Leadership Team

TIME OF OPERATION:  12 Hour Shifts

DESCRIPTION OF TASKS:

• Work within and adhere to GPI’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships and Teamwork
• Adhere to plant and corporate safety policies by always performing duties in a safe and orderly manner; be actively engaged in all safety programs
• Ensure production and distribution of products is consistent with established food safety, sanitation, and quality standards
• Maintain 5S in assigned work area by keeping area and equipment clean and orderly
• Check size and basis weight of paper rolls at the press
• Prepare rolls to be used on press
• Dispose of outer wrap and other scrap materials in proper areas
• Relieve other Entry-Level Press Helpers for breaks, lunch periods, or otherwise instructed
• Prepare cylinders and ink to be used on the press, prior to changeover or make-ready
• Keep paper and other materials supplied to the press 
• Return unused ink to ink room
• Segregate spoilage and recyclable items, placing material in appropriate containers
• Notify Press Operators, Shift Supervisor or Group Leaders of any issues that arise beyond the scope of the Entry-Level Press Helper’s duties including product quality, excessive spoilage, mechanical problems, shortage, or timeliness of supplied materials
• Strive to reduce make-ready times and scrap material
• Clean printing plates before returning to the mounting room; help Plate Mounter in mounting room
• Communicate effectively with oncoming shift concerning any issues
• Assist with all shut-down and start-up procedures
• Assist other Press Helpers and Press Operators with changeover, keeping ink and cylinders prepped
• Assist other Press Helpers and Press Operators, as needed
• Once qualified, instruct and train other Entry-Level Press Helpers
• Record and maintain various production data
• Meet required Key Performance Metrics
• Fulfill overtime requirements as necessary
• Fulfill other duties as assigned; assisting in other areas as required by changing business needs