Reliability Engineer Sr

Graphic Packaging

Kalamazoo, MI

Estimated pay: Est. $27–$38/hr (market estimate, not employer-stated)

About Graphic 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.

JOB SUMMARY

Reliability Engineering also known as an Automation Technician; This role implements, tests, troubleshoots and improves electronic automation and controls systems in manufacturing/production/operations processes to increase production quality, efficiency and volume. Develops and defines process control system applications for various machinery and equipment using technologies or platforms such as ladder logic programming for programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human machine interfaces (HMIs), data control systems (DCSs), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), or motion control technology. Performs analysis of hardware and software used in the production process. Incumbents will normally have an electrical engineering background. Services process control computer programs and coordinates their implementation. Works with contractors providing professional engineering services. Performs analyses to ensure that correct hardware and software solutions are applied to the production process. Trains machine control operators.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform routine preventative maintenance and diagnostic checks on PLC’s and instrumentation Knowledge of AC and DC control systems Ability to be able to use Industrial test equipment Ability to understand industrial networking Ability to Read drawings such as electrical schematics, P&ID’s (control loops), and ladder logic as an aid in troubleshooting. Maintain programming, hardware networking and communication systems. Ability to troubleshoot control systems. Control systems include PLCs, instrumentation, networked controllers, process controllers, hydraulic control valves, pneumatic control valves and AC or DC motors and drives. Must be self-starter and must demonstrate the initiative to identify and solve problems. Able to work with minimal supervision. Solid verbal communication and listening skills to work effectively with various personnel in the plant such as production operators, supervisors, maintenance electricians/mechanics, and engineers. Ability to train maintenance technicians on control systems Ability to create, Evaluate and implement technical notes, SOPs, preventive/predictive maintenance programs on A.C. and D.C. motors, drives and other electrical equipment. Transferring drive parameters for AC or DC motor drive replacement Ability to manage force/jumper logs including follow up actions to the logs Prior Delta V, Rockwell, Valmet DNA, ABB or Honeywell systems experience preferred Education & Experience: BA or equivalent + 3 yrs related experience, or MA + 1 yr related experience Disclaimer The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Career Level Competencies Business Acumen Curiosity Interpersonal Skills Influence Skills Self-Starter Negotiation Skills Organization Skills Results Oriented GPI Benefits 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 + 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 orient