Cup Operator

Graphic Packaging International, LLC

. Follow the production schedule and inspect orders on assigned machines.

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeKenton • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in machine operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting while ensuring compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality standards. Capable of efficiently managing production schedules and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

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Machine OperationTroubleshootingFood Safety ComplianceProduction ReportingSanitation Standards

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Hard Skills

Machine SetupProduction ReportingTroubleshooting TechniquesCleaning ProceduresTemperature Adjustment

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationAttention to DetailProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Intercom SystemProduction Report Software

Industry Keywords

Food Safety StandardsSanitation ProceduresQuality Assurance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Follow the production schedule and inspect orders on assigned machines.
Notify Warehouse to bring needed rolls or blank carts.
Prepare 3–4 cup machines for production, including cleaning mandrel turrets, inspecting electrical cabinets, loading sidewall paper and bottom stock, loading blanks, preparing rolls, and threading feeders.
Start up machines and record roll/blank cart numbers, linear feet run, change times, and case numbers on the Production Report.
Maintain adcote, mineral oil, and silicone fluid levels.
Troubleshoot by cleaning tooling, adjusting temperatures, facilitating testing, and following leaker correction procedures.
Notify Maintenance of major problems using the intercom and machine maintenance light.
Maintain machine settings for prints and keep machines and work areas clean and hazard-free.
Empty barrels by disposing of cups, blanks, and paper scrap in dumpsters or shredders.
Cover other Cup Operators during breaks when no break person is available.
Complete monthly machine cleaning checklists and report discovered problems.
Assure production meets food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be able to frequently and safely carry and lift scrap buckets of approximately 30 lbs.
Must be willing to work overtime.
Must be able to stand continuously.
Must follow all of Graphic Packaging International’s safety procedures and policies.
Responsible for assuring production consistent with established food safety, sanitation and quality standards.
On-the-job training provided; training period approximately 6–8 weeks on day shift.

Benefits

Comp & perks

$1500 retention bonus
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
On-the-job training provided by a designated trainer
Training period is approximately 6 - 8 weeks and will be on DAY SHIFT