Catcher (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.

MISSION / SUMMARY:

The Catcher’s primary responsibility is inspection, packing and palletizing of finishing products. This is achieved through identification good and poor-quality work according to standards, adherence to packing specifications, and adhering to all Safety Requirements and Rules.

JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include but are not limited to the following.

• Inspect finished product for defects according to customer/quality specifications.
• Pack & label boxes of finished product according to customer/quality specifications.
• Assisting the operator with general duties such as roll loading, threading of the paper board into the former, line clearance, etc as needed to keep the former producing a good, quality product for the customer.
• Palletize boxes of finished product according to customer/quality specifications.
• Completing required paperwork to accompany each job as well as labor reporting forms.
• Other duties as assigned by the operator

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE:

• Material handling & product inspection experience preferred.
• Powered industrial vehicle experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Computer skills preferred.

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

SPECIFIC SKILLS:

• Ability to interact with customers, co-workers, and managers in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines with quality production.
• Ability to work within safety rules/guidelines that are established by GPI

SCHEDULE DEMANDS:

• General schedules are 8-hour/5-day or 12-hour/7-day shifts on alternate days with rotating weekends off, however, employees must be willing to work alternate schedules or overtime that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time up to 12-hours.
• Awkward and/or repetitive movements.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment.

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] .