Manufacturing Technician I

Requisition ID: 5692

Location:

Waco, TX, US, 76712

Department: Manufacturing & Operations

Travel: Up to 25%

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.

SUMMARY:

Working in a High Performing Multiskilled Organization the Technician role contributes to the manufacturing process by maintaining, operating, trouble shooting and repairing manufacturing equipment. As technicians working in a team-based environment, the team is responsible for working together to keep the production flowing, meeting performance goals and maintaining the highest standards, with regard to safety, quality, housekeeping, and continuous improvement efforts.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include, but are not limited to the following:

• Follow Safe Work Practices in accordance with Company policies, OSHA Regulations and required code compliance.

• Operate, install, repair, troubleshoot and maintain manufacturing equipment.

• Maintain accurate work records.

• Follow all Standard Work requirements.

• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE

• To qualify and perform this job successfully, an individual must have met the administrative and skill qualifications for the position, be able to work independently and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The functions, specifications and physical demands listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of industrial maintenance practices, electronics, electrical systems and process controls.

• Ability to measure accurately using a tape measure.

• Basic hand tool use.

• Power tool use.

• Strong technical, analytical, and coaching skills.

• Ability to operate Powered Industrial Equipment.

• Willingness to grow and develop in a multiskilled environment to include operational, mechanical, and electrical work.

• Ownership in the completion of the total task.

Graphic Packaging Manufacturing Technician position starting at $26.00/hour with opportunities to advance in pay and responsibilities up to $42.00/hour.

$2500 Sign On Bonus!!

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 from day one + 11 paid company holidays each year

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

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. (http://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/Graphicpkg/SF_eeo_is_the_law_federal_poster.pdf)

Nearest Major Market: Waco