Maintenance Technician

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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. Were one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the worlds 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 25000 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 industrys best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of wed love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Primary Responsibilities are but not limited to the following:

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical / electrical equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements on motors pneumatic circuits conveyor systems and production machines; using schematics blueprints operations manuals manufacturers instructions and engineering specifications to complete tasks.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions to locate sources of problems by observing mechanical / electrical machinery in operation and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance and electrical techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Fabricate and repair parts by using machine shop equipment.
• Test performance of electrical electronic or integrated systems or equipment.
• Test performance of electrical assemblies using test instruments such as oscilloscopes electronic multi-meters.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Prepare mechanical / electrical maintenance work reports by collecting analyzing and summarizing information and trends for historical logs.
• Maintain continuity among team members by documenting and communicating actions irregularities and continuing needs.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing results

Required Skills:

Skills / Qualifications for Electrician:

• Associates degree in Engineering Technology Automated Systems Electronics Electrician or equivalent.
• Knowledge will include but is not limited to testing troubleshooting and servicing all types of electrical equipment including AC and DC drives PLCs and their associated control networks and I/O.
• Good mechanical skills including welding hydraulics and pneumatics are also desired.
• Good Organizational and Communication skills.

• Test maintain or calibrate electrical equipment using sound troubleshooting skills and experience. Must be able to be creative in problem solving as most equipment has been modified. May assist Millwrights in mechanical repairs and or complete by yourself.
• Must be able to Work Nights and Weekends up to 12-hour shifts

Physical/Mental Requirements:

May require overtime weekend and holiday work.
Subject to call-ins at any time of day or night.
Working environment may be noisy odorous hot cold or otherwise uncomfortable. Some jobs involve hazardous materials gas pressures or high voltage and may require heavy lifting. See Physical Demand & Job Analysis for more detailed information.

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.

GPIs Benefit Program

• 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

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

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 .