Job Description

 

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.

 

JOB SUMMARY:

 

This position is onsite at the Gresham, OR facility and is responsible for scheduling all production, processing, assembly, and packaging activities. The role ensures the correct labor, tools, materials, and equipment are allocated to meet production schedules. Responsibilities include sequencing work centers, adjusting schedules due to downtime, backlogs, labor/material shortages, or design changes, and maintaining accurate production reporting.

 

The position is also required to provide full backup scheduling support to the Vancouver, WA facility . Long‑term, the role will require the scheduler to be hybrid onsite between both Gresham and Vancouver , typically spending a couple of afternoons each week in Vancouver. During initial cross‑training, the role will require onsite presence in Vancouver as needed.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:  Job functions include, but are not limited to the following.

 

• Individuals in these roles require knowledge of processes and procedures essential to the job.
• May require vocational/technical training but typically does not require a degree.
• Considerable knowledge of the job gained through training or work experience.
• Has established skills to perform a range of day-to-day activities.
• Impacts own team through the quality of services or information provided.
• Follows standardized procedures and practices.
• Receives regular, but moderate supervision and guidance.
• Understands how assigned duties relate to others in the team and how the team integrates with others in the discipline.
• Contacts are typically with individuals within own department; occasionally outside own organization.
• Contacts involve obtaining or providing information or data requiring some explanation or interpretation.
• General supervision and instruction; detailed instructions given for new assignments or special assignments.
• Work is manual/routine in nature, but involves decision making responsibility for applying the appropriate course of action.
• Work is normally performed in accordance with procedures/ processes.

 

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities for all employees: 

 

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.

 

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION:

 

• High School Education + 2 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Training on shop floor reporting systems preferred.
• Scheduling training in planning preferred.
• Must possess excellent customer-service skills.
• Must be capable of creating and working within spreadsheets. 
• Must be proficient in Excel.
• Experience with SAP a plus.

 

SKILLS

 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to influence and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to follow procedures, solve day-to-day scheduling issues, and make decisions within established guidelines.
• Demonstrates teamwork, leadership, and alignment with company policies.

 

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

 

SCHEDULE DEMANDS:

 

• Monday – Friday, 8+ hours per day, with flexibility for early mornings, evenings or occasional weekends
• Regular onsite presence at  Gresham is required. 
• Ongoing support at  Vancouver —typically a few afternoons per week. 
• Increased Vancouver onsite time required during onboarding and training.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

 

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time, usually 8 hours.
• Occasional lifting, up to 20 lbs.
• Wear PPE when required: Safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection etc.
• Reading and operating computer screens or other electronic devices.
• Use of various office equipment, hand and electrical tools, or equipment.

 

KEY COMPETENCIES:

 

• Business acumen
• Curiosity
• Interpersonal skills
• Tenacity
• Influence skills
• Self-starter
• Negotiation skills
• Organization skills
• Results oriented

 

 

Pay Range: $51,520.00 - $64,400.00

 

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] . 

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Job Tags

Work experience placement, Work at office, Local area, Worldwide, Monday to Friday, Night shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift, Early shift

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