Electrical/Mechanical Technician IV - Group Lead (Electrical Function)

Transmission & Distribution World; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking an Electrical/Mechanical Technician to maintain, repair, and install electrical and mechanical systems within our manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on direct assembly duties about 50% of the time and requires collaboration with engineering and production teams to meet quality, delivery, and safety goals. Candidates should have a strong maintenance background and be able to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Education or equivalent with 6 years of experience.
• Experience in electrical/mechanical maintenance and assembly.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with potential travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide input for performance reviews with the leadership team.
• Lead safety meetings and address safety concerns.
• Schedule service trips based on workload and needs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process or machine issues with teams.
• Participate in 5S, CI and ISO initiatives.
• Support preventive maintenance activities and tool inventory.
• Review schematics and panel layouts with engineers before assembly.
• Calibrate equipment per ISO 9001:2015 procedures.

Skills

Business Acumen

Curiosity

Interpersonal Skills

Influence Skills

Self-Starter

Negotiation Skills

Organization Skills

Results Oriented

Education

High School Education or equivalent

Tools

SAP

ISO 9001:2015

5S Method

Job description

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:

The Electrical/Mechanical Technician subfamily encompasses skilled professionals who specialize in the maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical and mechanical systems within the manufacturing industry

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.

Competencies

Business Acumen

Curiosity

Interpersonal Skills

Influence Skills

Self-Starter

Negotiation Skills

Organization Skills

Results Oriented

Pay Range

$67,400.00 - $84,300.00

POSITION SCOPE: Coordinates and prioritizes daily work activities for Electrical/Mechanical Assembly Technicians, providing guidance, technical support, and direction to help achieve quality, delivery, and safety objectives. Serves as a resource for problem-solving and process improvement while performing direct assembly duties approximately 50% of the time. Limited travel is required.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide input for performance reviews in partnership with the assembly leadership team
• Conduct and participate in safety meetings; identify and resolve safety concerns
• Identify and recommend overtime needs
• Manage test product and glue inventory; resolve quantity and quality issues with Project Managers
• Schedule service trips based on workload, customer needs and traveler availability
• Provide direction for resolving process or machine issues with assembly and engineering teams
• Participate in or lead 5S, Continuous Improvement and/or ISO initiatives
• Resolve assembly process and SOP quality issues
• Requisition department supplies
• Monitor and manage electrical and mechanical assembly floor stock
• Coordinate service PC preventive maintenance with the Electrical Engineer team
• Review schematics and panel layouts with the Electrical Engineer team prior to machine assembly
• Partner with the Electrical Engineer team to support implementation of new technologies and technician training
• Collaborate with assembly leadership to establish weekly shop priorities
• Attend pre-production meetings; gather and communicate project information
• Participate in monthly team meetings and help develop meeting agendas
• Assist team members with preventive maintenance activities
• Audit DAMSGARs (Design and Manufacturing Safety Guide and Record) with Engineering
• Complete Day 1 onboarding activities for new employees
• Calibrate equipment in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 procedures and follow-up on issues
• Provide SAP support to the assembly team
• Support safety improvements and coordinate safety-related events
• Participate in rotating Safety Committee meetings
• Maintain LOTO audit records and update documentation
• Review annual fall protection requirements
• Prepare machine serial tags for engraving
• Support Quality Notifications, including component testing and return-ticket tracking
• Promote teamwork and collaboration across departments

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School Education or equivalent + 6 years of experience

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 [e-mail].

Requisition: 15819