Title:  Digital Workforce Integration Specialist - SMARTManufacturing

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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. 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.

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Digital Workforce Integration Specialist - SMARTManufacturing

Business analysis, system and project engineering for existing and new systems for the Information Technology Department.  The Information Technology Analyst will strategically support our Smart Manufacturing Program, performing the analysis, design, and implementation of digital technologies across our manufacturing sites. This role will work closely with business stakeholders, engineers, operations, and IT teams to define business requirements, assess process gaps, and deliver solutions that enable Industry 4.0 capabilities—such as Connected worker solutions, Intelligent Manufacturing, advanced analytics, and automation. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, problem-solver, and systems thinker who understands both manufacturing operations and enterprise technology. 

Our IT organization is transforming how we work at GPI.  We collaborate with our business partners to deliver a digital cloud first approach, modern user experience with an engaged global team and secure enterprise.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Implementation and support of Smart Manufacturing technology, ensuring seamless integration with organizational goals and operational objectives
• Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and IT to implement automation and system improvements
• Design and develop technology solutions that deliver actionable insights to optimize decision-making
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops to drive user adoption and effective utilization of digital manufacturing software
• Partner with technical teams and vendors to troubleshoot issues and test system functionality
• Implement system changes and updates
• Configure, optimize and support software deployed under the Smart Manufacturing program to enhance operational efficiency
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, processes, and industry best practices
• Identify and implement digital technology enhancements to improve functionality and user experience
• Coordinate with stakeholders to define project scope, deliverables, and timelines, ensuring strategic execution
• Evaluate technical requirements and propose deployment solutions, collaborating with various teams and vendors to ensure technical feasibility
• Translate business needs into technical specifications
• Develop roadmaps to align IT solutions with manufacturing requirements
• Work alongside IT architects, application engineers and infrastructure teams to design scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions
• Support vendor relationships and software integrations, overseeing system enhancements and deployments
• Engage with key stakeholders to drive alignment of digital manufacturing technologies with business objectives

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS: 

• Strong verbal/written, time management, and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills, ensuring effective collaboration and task management.
• Experience in problem-solving and stakeholder collaboration for reporting and insights.
• Ability to assess complex challenges and formulate practical solutions.
• Technical understanding in structuring and developing data-driven solutions.
• Familiarity with structured project management approaches.
• Effective in independent and team settings, managing ambiguity.
• Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Preferred experience in production environments.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms, databases, and IoT technology.
• Understanding of maintenance processes, rounds, procedures.
• Adherence to security policies, change control, and audit requirements.
• Experience with software integrations and enterprise manufacturing technologies.
• Occasional site support and implementation travel (less than 25%).

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE:

• 4-year college degree in general or IT-Related field                             
• Graduate Level engineering or business education is beneficial
• 2+ years of experience working with software systems in industrial or manufacturing settings
• 3+ years of relevant experience preferred in Manufacturing or Technology sector
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field (equivalent work experience will be considered).

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience with Connected Work software (Augmentir), Power platform, Office 365
• Knowledge of industrial IT/OT and digital transformation initiatives.
• Exposure to Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with database querying or reporting tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment

Strong analytical skills with a passion for problem-solving and continuous improvement    

Pay Range:   $71,625.00 - $95,500.00

GPI’s 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

Applicants will be accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

This role is incentive plan eligible.  Additional information will be shared during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, past experience, job duties, geography, and business need, among other things.

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.

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