Title:  Electronics Tech I

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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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Opportunity: We are an Extrusion coating manufacturing operation seeking a Multi-Craft Electronics Technician to join our Prosperity, South Carolina team.

Job Summary: Perform work involving mechanical, electrical and fabrication skills to keep Extruder, support equipment, and facility in reliable repair. Duties involve repairing mechanical equipment, installing, aligning and setup of new equipment along with programming of PLC’s, working with logic and motor control systems.

Job Functions:

• Repair or replace defective equipment parts, using hand tools and power tools.
• 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, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications to complete tasks.
• Inspect drives, motors, belts, check fluids levels, replace filters, and perform other maintenance duties such as grounds and facilities maintenance.
• Use tools ranging from hand and power tools to precision measuring instruments, electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical and electric components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
• Inspect, operate, and evaluate machinery and equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other machinery parts.
• Dismantle machinery to access and remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, hand tools, power tools, and forklifts.
• Plan and layout repair work using diagrams, drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, and schematic diagrams.
• Maintain grounds and facilities for safe and functional operation.
• Operate cutting torches or welding equipment.
• Must possess working knowledge in automation and process control systems.
• Ability to complete certification required to operate a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT).
• Must be able to work well on a team as well as work with and through others to accomplish goals.
• 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.
• Understand and complete all associated paperwork.
• Effective and daily communication with hourly operators, other maintenance technicians, and salaried employees.
• This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and there may be unplanned activities and other duties assigned.

Job Requirements

• An Associate’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics with 1-2 years of industrial electronics experience is preferred or HS Diploma 5-7 years of industrial electronics experience required.
• This will be a third shift position from 11pm to 7am with training on first shift. May have to work twelve up to hours to cover vacations or call offs.
• Additional overtime may be required during weekends to complete PM’s and work orders that cannot be completed during production time.
• Computer skills such as Microsoft Office products, SAP, and the ability to learn business specific computer programs.
• Will be on call during plant hours for electronic issues.

Basic Skills

• Active Learning
• Active Listening
• Critical Thinking
• Reading, Writing and Mathematical Comprehension
• Complex Problem Solving

Technical Skills

• Equipment Maintenance
• Operations Monitoring
• Operations Analysis
• Technical Design
• Troubleshooting
• Electrical Maintenance
• PLC Knowledge
• Plumbing Maintenance

Physical Requirements

• Standing more than 75%
• Walking more than 75%
• Pushing/Pulling frequently with force up to 50lbs
• Lift up to 50lbs
• Frequent climbing on stairs and ladders
• Frequent kneeling, crouching, and balancing
• Grasping and reaching/working overhead
• Elevated work
• Work in areas of fluctuating temperatures
• Working from heights
• Work in confined space

Benefits/Pay

• Starting wage is $39.72, and we offer step level increases with time and skills. We offer shift premium for third shift of $1.50.
• We offer a wide array of benefits including, but not limited to, paid vacation and holidays, optional health, dental and life insurance including health spending accounts as well as 401k with company matching contributions.
• Uniforms are provided.
• Safety shoe program as well as prescription safety eyewear benefits are also available.

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

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 accommodations@graphicpkg.com.