Demo

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Caraustar Industrial & Consumer Products Group, Inc.
Austell, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/26/2026
Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. OUR VISION: Being the customer service company in the world. OUR PURPOSE: Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. Job Requisition #: 032901 Machine Operator - 1st Shift (Open) Job Description: Key Responsibilities Set up and operate equipment to meet production requirements. Comply with safety, quality, maintenance, and housekeeping requirements. Read and interpret work orders to understand machine set up requirements. Enter product data in Seltrol. Identify paper grades, widths, and types of glue and their applications. Prepare mandrels and adjust as necessary for each work order using hand tools. Operate auxiliary equipment such as perforators, and date coders. Perform quality checks to ensure compliance to specifications. Adhere to OPEX recordkeeping requirements. Demonstrate self-motivation, attention to detail, and ability to work well in a team. Follow specific quality standards to ensure customer satisfaction. Comply with company policies and guidelines. Performs other tasks as required. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent is typically required and 1-2 years of relevant experience with the winder, saw, or other related equipment Knowledge and Skills Ability to read a tape measure, convert fractions to decimals, and use a caliper. Understand lean tools including 5-Whys, Fishbone, 5S, and SMED. Dependable and availability to work overtime as required. Excellent mechanical and problem-solving skills At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential. Compensation Range: The pay range for this position is $19.23 - $28.85. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $18.09 to $26.19. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role. The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive. Benefits Statement: Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one. Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com. All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif. EEO Statement: https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy. Founded in 1877, Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world’s most demanding and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials – and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Salary : $19 - $29

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Machine Operator - 1st Shift?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Machine Operator - 1st Shift career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$43,603 - $55,670
Income Estimation: 
$53,120 - $69,174
Income Estimation: 
$50,113 - $64,377
Income Estimation: 
$61,656 - $78,069
Income Estimation: 
$59,875 - $77,824
Income Estimation: 
$43,603 - $55,670
Income Estimation: 
$53,120 - $69,174
Income Estimation: 
$50,113 - $64,377
Income Estimation: 
$61,656 - $78,069
Income Estimation: 
$59,875 - $77,824
Income Estimation: 
$50,113 - $64,377
Income Estimation: 
$83,358 - $103,871
Income Estimation: 
$71,548 - $88,918
Income Estimation: 
$63,993 - $81,891
Income Estimation: 
$76,263 - $101,711
Income Estimation: 
$71,548 - $88,918
Income Estimation: 
$83,358 - $103,871
Income Estimation: 
$56,948 - $80,607
Income Estimation: 
$76,263 - $101,711
Income Estimation: 
$37,726 - $46,705
Income Estimation: 
$51,902 - $64,610
Income Estimation: 
$46,685 - $59,878
Income Estimation: 
$43,603 - $55,670
Income Estimation: 
$51,669 - $66,452
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Caraustar Industrial & Consumer Products Group, Inc.

  • Caraustar Industrial & Consumer Products Group, Inc. Franklin, KY
  • Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome. Job Requisition ... more
  • 8 Days Ago

  • Caraustar Industrial & Consumer Products Group, Inc. Minerva, OH
  • Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome. Job Requisition ... more
  • 9 Days Ago

  • Caraustar Industrial & Consumer Products Group, Inc. Cheektowaga-NY, NY
  • Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome. Job Requisition ... more
  • Just Posted


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Machine Operator - 1st Shift jobs in the Austell, GA area that may be a better fit.

  • NIPPON LIGHT METAL GEORGIA INC Adairsville, GA
  • Description Machine Operator Position Overview: Nippon Light Metal Georgia, Inc. (NLM) is seeking Machine Operators to join our rapidly growing company loc... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • Whirlwind Steel Buildings and Components Tallapoosa, GA
  • Job Type Full-time Description Company Overview: Whirlwind Steel is a premier metal building manufacturer specializing in the design, fabrication, and deli... more
  • 15 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!