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Graphic Packaging International

Warehouse Shredder/Baler

Graphic Packaging International, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States, 57102


Warehouse Shredder/Baler

Requisition ID: 6238

Location:

Sioux Falls, SD, US, 57104

Department: Hourly Plant & Mill (Except Maintenance Roles)

Travel: No Travel Required

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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.

Position Summary

The primary responsibilities of this position are the collection and shipment of recycled and waste materials. This includes the shredding and baling of scrapped or waste products, etc. Properly segregating the different substrates for shipment and loading on trucks, keeping the balers operating, filling them with baling wire as needed, weighing bales for transportation. In addition, this position is responsible for keeping the shredding room clean and organized. Safety in operation of mechanical equipment and safety in performance of job duties is paramount to this position. This position may also be called upon to support other warehouse and/or plant responsibilities as needed depending on workload.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Shredding of scrap waste:

Stage and shred scrap waste.

Keep staging area organized and clean

Weigh and load scrap bales according to substrate

Process accurate paperwork for shipments of scrap waste

Maintain organization and cleanliness of warehouse areas.

Perform daily cleaning tasks as defined/obvious

Perform cycle counts to verify accuracy of inventory counts and location

Identify opportunities for improvement in warehouse organization

Operation of company-owned equipment to include:

Operate forklifts, clamp trucks and other material handling equipment.

Timely notification of needed repairs to Warehouse Lead

Support of recycling equipment, processes and materials:

Working with 3rd party recycling vendor

General maintenance and cleaning in recycling areas

Preparation of materials for shipment to external recycling vendors

Adhere to all safety rules and policies –

Identify and report safety concerns

Hold self & co-workers accountable for safe working habits

Timely reporting of accidents or injuries

Adhere to all company policies, to include but not limited to –

Reporting to work as scheduled, adhering to company attendance policies and expectations in regard to reporting to work on time and supporting schedule changes and/or overtime assignments

Complying with all AIB /GMP guidelines

Communicating in a manner that is respectful and promotes teamwork.

Other tasks as apparent or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work in a self-directed manner

Must be able to communicate in English, as well as read, understand and follow work instructions as provided in the English language

Must have general math skills and basic computer proficiency

Mechanical aptitude preferred

Must have excellent attention to detail

Willingness to learn and improve personal, team and organizational performance

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Working Conditions

Lift up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis, with occasional lift of up to 100 lbs.

Operate forklift, clamp truck, pallet jack, standup lift, and scissors lift up to 100% of work shift

Manual dexterity required for operating machinery

Stand and/or walk up to 8-12 hours per day. Work hours may include up to 12-hr. work shift.

Climb on/off forklifts, clamp trucks, and vehicles to support job tasks

Stoop, bend, scoop, climb and twist as necessary to support work duties

Perform work tasks involving hands, arms, and upper body; includes work above shoulder height

Must have valid driver’s license and personal transportation for between facility and/or warehouse movement as required.

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: Sioux Falls