Hopper Feeder Job Description Sample

Graphic Packaging International, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK), is committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are a leading global provider of paper-based packaging solutions for a wide variety of products for food, beverage, foodservice and other consumer products companies. We are one of the largest producers of folding cartons and hold a leading market position in solid bleached sulfate, coated unbleached kraft and coated recycled paperboard. Graphic Packaging's customers include some of the most widely- recognized companies in the world.

We achieve our vision by delivering value to our customers, building a high-performance culture for our employees and creating superior returns for our shareholders. We strive to be an environmentally responsible leader in our industry and in the communities where we operate.

Graphic Packaging has approximately 17,000 employees working in more than 60 locations in North and South America, Europe and the Pacific Rim. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefit programs that are among the best in the industry to reward the talented people who make our company successful. We invite you to review the following employment opportunity and to learn more about us at www.graphicpkg.com.

Inspired Packaging. A World of Difference.

• Ability to review and perform quality checks for damage and non-conforming product

• Perform fast paced duties to ensure machines are fully loaded and properly operational

• Ensures new stock is delivered in a timely manner to keep the machine running and to watch for machine jams.

• Perform in-Process inspections by visually inspecting cartons as they are loaded into the machine.

• Assist the Operator in running quality cartons to customer specifications at the fastest possible speed.

• Visually inspect cartons before feeding to ensure that the proper item is being fed and that there are no noticeably defective cartons being fed.

• Perform checks for all defects, damaged cartons, and mixing. The Feeder should feed by die position whenever possible.

• Facilitate proper positioning of cartons in the feed hopper by fanning out or pre-breaking scores as necessary to ensure that cartons are being pulled through feed properly.

• Reports unsafe conditions to the Operator, Department Manager, or Management Team.

• Assist Operators during machine down time for clean-up and resolution

• Performs other related productions duties as assigned by the Finishing Manager or Management.

Required Experience

• High School equivalent/GED

• 2 - 5 years of manufacturing experience in manufacturing required..

• Technical and problem solving skills.

• Must be a leader with exceptional communication skills, good organization, and the ability to motivate people to perform at high levels.

• Must be quality conscious and customer oriented.

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 EEO is the Law Poster.

Job Summary

The Feeder Dispatch Supervisor is responsible for reviewing UPS Dispatch activity to ensure timely and proficient service.

He/She oversees Dispatch planning and is responsible for ensuring service, safety, and cost goals are met. This position supervises others within the department.

The Feeder Dispatch Supervisor collaborates with others (e.g., Yard Control Supervisors, Drivers, Region Schedulers, etc.) to ensure Dispatch plans are executed efficiently. He/She supervises Dispatch planning to ensure loads and tractors are assigned to drivers to meet service goals. This position reviews and analyzes data (e.g., volume, missed packages, delivery failures, etc.) to create plans maximizing Dispatch results. The Feeder Dispatch Supervisor reviews drivers' hours of service daily to ensure compliance with regulations (e.g. Department of Transportation, etc.). He/She plans yard operations staffing to ensure adequate shifters and drivers are available for load volume.

Other Duties

• Ensure adequate staffing levels to reduce overtime costs.

• Advise Automotive of equipment repair needs to ensure equipment is in good condition.

• Monitor load movement to identify opportunities to reduce costs.

• Reviews daily service reports with Hub Supervisors to address performance issues.

• Reviews daily service reports to verify service levels are being met.

• Conduct hazardous material audits to ensure safe handling information is posted in trailers per DOT regulations.

• Reviews safety reports (e.g., Driver Vehicle Inspection Report [DVIR] Car Condition Report [CCR], and Powered Industrial Truck Operator Report [PITO]) to comply with regulations.

• Monitors shifter performance to ensure trailers are moved to correct locations in the yard on time.

• Verifies trailers are loaded and empty as planned to ensure accuracy.

Preferred Competencies

• Detail Orientation: Captures/documents specific and accurate information; learns subjects thoroughly and in detail; completes work with thoroughness; supplies appropriate detail when requested; maintains organized files.

• Hub Operations Knowledge:
  Demonstrates and explains proper processes, procedures and methods for hub operations; demonstrates a basic knowledge of common tools, equipment and technology used in hub operations.

• Ground Transportation Knowledge:
  Demonstrates and explains proper processes, procedures and methods within ground transportation; demonstrates a basic knowledge of common tools, equipment and technology used in ground transportation operations.

• Labor Relations Knowledge:
  Understands basic labor principles and practices; recognizes the importance of positive relationships with unionized employees; identifies unionized employees' basic concerns.

• Small Package Operations
  
  Knowledge:
  Demonstrates and explains proper processes, procedures and methods for small package operations; demonstrates a basic knowledge of common tools, equipment, and technology used within the operation.
  
• Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance
  
  Knowledge:
  Demonstrates a basic understanding of the functions, regulations, and procedures of compliance agencies or governing bodies; takes a leadership position in programs that reduce risk and enhance safety.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supervising others – Preferred

• Ability to work flexible shift hours and possibly on the weekends - Preferred

UPS is an equal opportunity employer – race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity

Job Summary

The Feeder Dispatch Supervisor is responsible for reviewing UPS Dispatch activity to ensure timely and proficient service.

He/She oversees Dispatch planning and is responsible for ensuring service, safety, and cost goals are met. This position supervises others within the department.

The Feeder Dispatch Supervisor collaborates with others (e.g., Yard Control Supervisors, Drivers, Region Schedulers, etc.) to ensure Dispatch plans are executed efficiently. He/She supervises Dispatch planning to ensure loads and tractors are assigned to drivers to meet service goals. This position reviews and analyzes data (e.g., volume, missed packages, delivery failures, etc.) to create plans maximizing Dispatch results. The Feeder Dispatch Supervisor reviews drivers' hours of service daily to ensure compliance with regulations (e.g. Department of Transportation, etc.). He/She plans yard operations staffing to ensure adequate shifters and drivers are available for load volume.

Other Duties

• Ensure adequate staffing levels to reduce overtime costs.

• Advise Automotive of equipment repair needs to ensure equipment is in good condition.

• Monitor load movement to identify opportunities to reduce costs.

• Reviews daily service reports with Hub Supervisors to address performance issues.

• Reviews daily service reports to verify service levels are being met.

• Conduct hazardous material audits to ensure safe handling information is posted in trailers per DOT regulations.

• Reviews safety reports (e.g., Driver Vehicle Inspection Report [DVIR] Car Condition Report [CCR], and Powered Industrial Truck Operator Report [PITO]) to comply with regulations.

• Monitors shifter performance to ensure trailers are moved to correct locations in the yard on time.

• Verifies trailers are loaded and empty as planned to ensure accuracy.

Preferred Competencies

• Detail Orientation: Captures/documents specific and accurate information; learns subjects thoroughly and in detail; completes work with thoroughness; supplies appropriate detail when requested; maintains organized files.

• Hub Operations Knowledge:
  Demonstrates and explains proper processes, procedures and methods for hub operations; demonstrates a basic knowledge of common tools, equipment and technology used in hub operations.

• Ground Transportation Knowledge:
  Demonstrates and explains proper processes, procedures and methods within ground transportation; demonstrates a basic knowledge of common tools, equipment and technology used in ground transportation operations.

• Labor Relations Knowledge:
  Understands basic labor principles and practices; recognizes the importance of positive relationships with unionized employees; identifies unionized employees' basic concerns.

• Small Package Operations
  
  Knowledge:
  Demonstrates and explains proper processes, procedures and methods for small package operations; demonstrates a basic knowledge of common tools, equipment, and technology used within the operation.
  
• Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance
  
  Knowledge:
  Demonstrates a basic understanding of the functions, regulations, and procedures of compliance agencies or governing bodies; takes a leadership position in programs that reduce risk and enhance safety.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supervising others – Preferred

• Ability to work flexible shift hours and possibly on the weekends - Preferred

UPS is an equal opportunity employer – race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity

• Assists Press Operator with press make ready and perform manual and machine operator tasks in the set-up, maintenance, and operation of the printing press.

• Must be able to install plates and blankets on press cylinders, adjust press machine parts, such as a feeder, delivery mechanisms, suction grippers, guides, feed wheels, jogging devices, tapes, and cams, using hand tools.

• Assist in removing and replacing worn rollers and adjusting pressure between rollers of press, using hand tools.

• Wash blankets and clean ink distributing rollers and ink fountains, using ink solvent and cleaning mechanism on press.

• You will also stock consumable supplies for the press such as rags, solvents, blankets etc.

• Understand and comply with all EHS policies and programs.

• Maintain an organized work area by coordinating efforts with department personnel and management, completing all required housekeeping tasks, and report any unsafe working conditions.

• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

Required Skills

• Ability to read and follow job specifications to determine press set-up materials needed to run the job successfully.

• Skill to follow instructions to operate equipment safely and produce the desired product.

• Ability to mount and align the printing plates correctly.

• Ability to make adjustments to feeder and feed board (e.g., ability to adjust suctions and blast, front and side guides and the timing of the head stops).

• Skill in performing routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment under guidance of senior level Press Operators.

• Requires general knowledge of offset presswork procedures and materials.

• Must be able to maintain good attendance.

• Ability to read and interpret documents to include job tickets, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

• Must be able to work overtime including assigned weekends as scheduled.

• Must be able to flex schedule to meet the needs of production, including working a different shift if needed.

• Job requires ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally.

• Must be able to frequently lift up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

• Experience working in a sheetfed printing environment, preferred.

OTJ-MAN

Ensures that press is properly supplied with roll stock and prepares rolls for splicing. Maintains appropriate paperwork or records. May assist with pre-make-readies and make-readies.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the press for a run by verifying job specs and setting up the press accordingly.

• Inspects the fountain solution, inking systems, rolls of paper and the mechanisms related to the reels.

• Maintains proper inventory of paper. Records usage and spoilage on SPC report.

• Ensures that the roll of paper is properly unwrapped, mounted and ready to be spliced.

• Monitors the flow of paper throughout the run. Prepares and installs new roll when necessary.

• Works in conjunction with the press operators and other assigned Press Assistants in the preventative maintenance of the presses. Assists maintenance personnel in troubleshooting and making repairs to press.

• May assist with make-readies.

• May adjust ink, solvent, and varnish to ensure that proper color is established or maintained as required by location.

• Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to the proper handling of hazardous waste, lock out - tag out rules and hearing and eye protection policies.

• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.

• It is the responsibility of all Solution Delivery employees to follow the requirements of their documented process as defined in the ISO Quality Manual.

Required Skills

Previous experience in a printing environment preferred. Some experience in the operation of various hand tools preferred. Must be able to work in a team environment.

OTJ-MAN

About WestRock

About WestRock WestRock (NYSE: WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's 45,000 team members support customers around the world from more than 300 operating and business locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.
1st Shift Feeder Operator - Hendersonville, NC - copy
200 Tabor Rd

East Flat Rock, North Carolina, 28726

United States

Career Opportunity

The Hendersonville plant is seeking a Printing Feeder Operator who will be an integral part of the Printing team operating the mechanical sheet feeder. This position also assists the press operator with the setup, repair, and maintenance of the press.

How you will impact WestRock

• Clears machine before and after each run and picks up and destroys all foreign material. Empties all waste receptacles located within the blue line area.

• Reviews job ticket and selects the proper type and quantity of paper. Loads and unloads paper. Inspects paper for defects or damage.

• Obtains proper ink from ink room and fills ink fountains. Maintains proper levels of ink at all times.

• Mixes water fountain solution and sets up dampening system. Maintains proper levels of water. Checks PH balance and conductivity reading of water.

• Sets up and operates the mechanical press feeder.

• Assists the press operator in the mounting of plates, blankets, and packing.

• Moves loads of printed and unprinted stock when necessary.

• Performs routine adjustments during the press run.

• Performs housekeeping duties as directed. Keeps sufficient supply of chemicals and clean rags at the press. Responsible for keeping the press area clean at all times.

• Responsible for timely and accurate completion of all ISO forms and quality checks for each job.

• Marks up printed sheet for coating knockouts. Checks the sheet against the mylar.

• Performs job duties in accordance with all federal, state, local, and company safety rules.

• Performs other job duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed

• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Must be able to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

• Must be able to meet and/or pass the minimum requirement on a mechanical test or have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience.

• Must be able to pass color vision test.

• Must be able to pass color hue test.

• Must be able to obtain a forklift truck license.

• Must be able to maintain good attendance.

• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.

• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

What we offer

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence

Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities

An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential

A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

#NC

WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

Job Summary

The Feeder Dispatch Supervisor is responsible for reviewing UPS Dispatch activity to ensure timely and proficient service.

He/She oversees Dispatch planning and is responsible for ensuring service, safety, and cost goals are met. This position supervises others within the department.

The Feeder Dispatch Supervisor collaborates with others (e.g., Yard Control Supervisors, Drivers, Region Schedulers, etc.) to ensure Dispatch plans are executed efficiently. He/She supervises Dispatch planning to ensure loads and tractors are assigned to drivers to meet service goals. This position reviews and analyzes data (e.g., volume, missed packages, delivery failures, etc.) to create plans maximizing Dispatch results. The Feeder Dispatch Supervisor reviews drivers' hours of service daily to ensure compliance with regulations (e.g. Department of Transportation, etc.). He/She plans yard operations staffing to ensure adequate shifters and drivers are available for load volume.

Other Duties

• Ensure adequate staffing levels to reduce overtime costs.

• Advise Automotive of equipment repair needs to ensure equipment is in good condition.

• Monitor load movement to identify opportunities to reduce costs.

• Reviews daily service reports with Hub Supervisors to address performance issues.

• Reviews daily service reports to verify service levels are being met.

• Conduct hazardous material audits to ensure safe handling information is posted in trailers per DOT regulations.

• Reviews safety reports (e.g., Driver Vehicle Inspection Report [DVIR] Car Condition Report [CCR], and Powered Industrial Truck Operator Report [PITO]) to comply with regulations.

• Monitors shifter performance to ensure trailers are moved to correct locations in the yard on time.

• Verifies trailers are loaded and empty as planned to ensure accuracy.

Preferred Competencies

• Detail Orientation: Captures/documents specific and accurate information; learns subjects thoroughly and in detail; completes work with thoroughness; supplies appropriate detail when requested; maintains organized files.

• Hub Operations Knowledge:
  Demonstrates and explains proper processes, procedures and methods for hub operations; demonstrates a basic knowledge of common tools, equipment and technology used in hub operations.

• Ground Transportation Knowledge:
  Demonstrates and explains proper processes, procedures and methods within ground transportation; demonstrates a basic knowledge of common tools, equipment and technology used in ground transportation operations.

• Labor Relations Knowledge:
  Understands basic labor principles and practices; recognizes the importance of positive relationships with unionized employees; identifies unionized employees' basic concerns.

• Small Package Operations
  
  Knowledge:
  Demonstrates and explains proper processes, procedures and methods for small package operations; demonstrates a basic knowledge of common tools, equipment, and technology used within the operation.
  
• Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance
  
  Knowledge:
  Demonstrates a basic understanding of the functions, regulations, and procedures of compliance agencies or governing bodies; takes a leadership position in programs that reduce risk and enhance safety.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supervising others – Preferred

• Ability to work flexible shift hours and possibly on the weekends - Preferred

UPS is an equal opportunity employer – race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity

Read the Philadelphia Fair Chance Hiring Law here.

Direct Mail Solutions is a full service mail and fulfillment company located in Richmond, Virginia. DMS is seeking a Commingle Feeder who will be responsible for efficiently and accurately handling mail material in the Commingle Department.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Compiles and records production data.

• Prepare records and reports on volume of production.

• Charts production numbers

• Responsible for loading/downloading production data.

• Efficient and effective handling of finished product/mail.

• Safe operation of mail sorting equipment.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Quality control is essential

• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills.

• Well organized with the ability to prioritize workload.

• Work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Basic computer and communication skills are required.

• Flexible with scheduled work hours.

• Able to safely lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis, occasionally more than 50lbs. Frequent bending, twisting, and pulling. Only applications with completed recent resumes (explaining gaps in employment) will be considered.

The core work hours are 6:00am- 7:30pm.

Only applications with completed recent resumes (explaining gaps in employment) will be considered.

Job Summary

This Part-time Dispatch Supervisor is responsible for assisting and reviewing UPS Small Package dispatch activity to ensure timely and proficient service. He/she assists with dispatch planning and is responsible for ensuring that service, safety, and cost goals are met.

Core responsibilities in supervising dispatch operations are to coordinate with others to ensure that dispatch plans are executed efficiently and to ensure adequate staffing and equipment levels for transportation needs. The Part-time Dispatch Supervisor oversees load/tractor planning and assignments, monitors load movement, and tracks the condition of equipment. This position also reviews, analyzes, and tracks various dispatch and service reports and schedules. Using this data, the Part-time Dispatch Supervisor creates efficient dispatch plans, verifies service levels, addresses performance issues, and incorporates modifications – such as new customers, new locations and additional loads – into dispatch plans. The Part-time Dispatch Supervisor also oversees yard operations. This involves coordinating drivers with load volume, ensuring that trailers are in the correct locations and are loaded or empty as planned, and confirming accurate trailer inventory.

Other Duties

• Review driver hours to ensure regulatory compliance

• Conduct hazardous materials audits

• Review safety reports

• Verify appropriate driver uniforms and utilization of safe work methods

• Determine employee training needs to produce continuous development plans

• Provide feedback and support

• Conduct performance evaluations and resolve individual and group performance issues

UPS is an equal opportunity employer – race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity