Company Statement

　　Graham Packaging is a leading manufacturer of sustainable packaging. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. They’re the kind of people you want as your friends and neighbors as well as your partners and suppliers. By building strong relationships and creating value for our customers, our employees embody the innovative spirit that’s inherent to Graham. We truly are people building a better tomorrow.

　　Overview

　　Graham Packaging Company is looking for a Packaging Specialist based in Joplin, MO. This opening is for Night SHIFT, which operates during the hours of 6:48 pm to 7:00 am.

　　Packaging Specialists are responsible for general housekeeping of the production area, case making, inspecting, and packing of finished product in accordance with established procedures, specifications and other guidelines. The primary duties of a Packaging Specialist include:

　　Understands, follows and enforces all established safety, health, quality GMP and Company policies, procedures and recognized practices.

　　Understands, follows and enforces all established policies, procedures and recognized practices.

　　Participate in continuous quality improvement projects and other related activities as assigned.

　　Visually inspect finished product for defects before packing to ensure quality.

　　Follow written packing instructions.

　　Notify supervisor or lead of potential problems with finished product and/or machinery.

　　Grind bottles as necessary, checking for contamination before grinding

　　Open and inspect bundles of corrugated material and check for proper printing and defects.

　　Stack case/dividers on carts and feed individual cases and dividers into case forming machine.

　　Use case making equipment in a safe manner.

　　Notify the appropriate coworker or assignee when supplies at the machine need to be replenished.

　　Communicate with incoming shift or line replacement on any problems with quality, machine, and packing configurations.

　　Assist with rework and heldware to ensure effective completion.

　　Assist in the training of regular and temporary workforce in stacking, packing quality, and case machines.

　　Keep work area and other facilities clean, orderly and safe.

　　Complete written documentation as required.

　　Limited travel may be required

　　Qualifications

　　Previous manufacturing experience a plus.

　　Packaging Specialists are required to interact with managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position:

　　Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.

　　Computer usage and typing skills are essential.

　　Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.

　　Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.

　　Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

　　Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.

　　Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

　　Compensation Statement

　　The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

　　Benefits Statement

　　Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

　　EEO Disclaimer

　　Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

　　Job Locations US-MO-Joplin

　　ID 2023-6154

　　Category Manufacturing Operations

　　Type Full-Time

　　We believe in equal opportunity for all job candidates, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations or marital status. Download these flyers to learn more about our company’s policies, including our participation in E-Verify.