Rewind Operator (Tuscaloosa, AL, US, 35401)

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.

Rewinder/Slitter Operator and Helper

Education and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Mathematical skills- proficient in addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.
• Verbal Communication Skills

Experience:

• Extrusion or coater/laminator winder operations (not required, but preferred)
• Material Handling- lift truck (not required, but preferred)

Responsibilities:

• The operator and helper are reponsible for slitting and rewinding rolls from the extruder and the coater/laminator lines. Also, they rework rolls (rewind and/or slit) to remove flaws or blemishes.
• Operate the rewinder as efficiently and productively as possible.
• Read production schedule and plan work accordingly
• Instruct helpers in performing various tasks
• Complete order rewin report
• Strecth wrap rolls as specified
• Set up maching for operation orders.
• Complete roll tickets thoroughly
• Perform caliper test when specified
• Read and comprehend production work order and rewinder set up sheet.
• Perform visual inspection
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

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 [email protected] .