How soon will I hear back after I apply?
Within one business day. A member of Graph-Pak’s HR team reads each application and replies personally.
Do I need a résumé to apply?
No. The form above takes your name, phone, and the position you want. You can add a résumé or a few lines about your experience if you have them.
Can I apply in Spanish?
Yes. You can fill out the form in Spanish, message HR on WhatsApp at (847) 630-2264, or call (847) 451-7400.
Which plant would I work at?
Each opening lists the plant where the job starts. Some jobs may include work at both of our plants.
What shifts does Graph-Pak run?
First shift runs 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., and second shift runs 2 to 10 p.m. Each opening lists its shift.
Do I need packaging or printing experience?
Not for every job. Material handler, aerator, and feeder/catcher jobs are where most people start, and they train on the job. Operator jobs require experience running that machine, whether you learned it here or at another plant. The rule is there to keep the operator and everyone working nearby safe. Each posting lists what it requires.
Can I move up at Graph-Pak?
Yes. Most operators start in an entry role and move up with training on the job. The pressroom has the most defined path; die cutting and gluing follow a similar pattern:
- Pressroom: material handler, then feeder, second pressman, and lead operator.
- Die cutting: aerator or material handler, then operator.
- Folding and gluing: material handler, then feeder/catcher, then operator.
Paths can also cross departments. People move from gluing to die cutting and the other way, and cross-training on other equipment is part of how they move up.
