Graphic Packaging
Visalia, CA
If you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying. 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. A World of Difference. Made Possible. Maintenance Mechanic JOB SUMMARY: Maintenance Mechanic’s responsibilities is to maintain machines in the best running condition, troubleshoot any machine problems, responds to all maintenance calls promptly and solve machine related problems with the least amount of down time. Mechanics will perform the following: basic electrical troubleshooting and basic fabrication (such as lathe, mill, mig/tig welding, etc) comprehend PLC ladder logics, and safely use a variety of hand tools, pressing equipment, lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, sanders, and lift equipment. Maintenance Mechanic will also perform shut down procedures, check the power, water, and vacuum pressure of machines and maintain required written reports and documentation. Duties also include performing troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on production support equipment such as compressors, chillers, dryers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, fix pumps, etc. Other duties as assigned. All employees must follow all Graphic Packaging International work rules, code of conduct and safety procedures and policies including wearing personal protective equipment such as steel-toed shoes, hearing protection and safety goggles WORK DEVICES/TOOLS consist of the following: basic hand tools, diagnostic equipment (calipers, gauges, meters, etc.), maintenance required devices (calipers, dial indicators), percussion reading tools, scissor/boom lifts, ladders, parts washers, cherry picker, electrical troubleshooting equipment, fabrication equipment (welder, grinders, lathe, mill, band saw, drill press). EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED: • 3 or more years of recent mechanical and electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair experience. Manufacturing environment is highly preferred. • Excellent mechanical skills and knowledge (pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings, power transmission, lubrication) • Excellent Electrical/electronic skills (PLC, A/C, D/C motors and drives, schematics) • Knowledge of industrial safety requirements especially IES/ZES • Basic computer knowledge and skills • Overtime will be required as necessary including weekends. Graphic Packaging International operates on a 24 hour, 7 day/week basis. Safe Quality Food Responsibilities: • 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. 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 a