General Mechanic

Graphic Packaging International; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) w/employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Time Off + 11 company holidays

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a journey-level millwright to troubleshoot and service production equipment across the facility. The role emphasizes safe, efficient maintenance and collaboration with Operations and the Mechanical Maintenance Team to minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of industrial millwright experience, ability to read blueprints, and strong knowledge of metallurgy and fabrication processes.

Qualifications

• First-class millwright with 3–5 years of industrial experience.
• Strong reading and interpretation of blueprints, schematics and manuals.
• Willing to work rotating shifts and overtime; able to lift up to 74 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and service all production and support equipment to minimize downtime.
• Provide technical support by locating mechanical malfunctions and reading equipment manuals.
• Read and interpret blueprints, tables, charts, and formulas; align equipment to tolerances and repair pumps, gearboxes, fans, and agitators.
• Work safely in a physically intense environment with ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb as required.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

Position Scope

This is a journey-level millwright position requiring strong mechanic skills. This position is responsible for troubleshooting and servicing all production and support equipment within the facility in a safe and efficient manner while ensuring minimal downtime. This position will work closely with Operations and the Mechanical Maintenance Team to provide maximum facility support.

Position Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and servicing all production and support equipment within the facility in a safe and efficient manner while ensuring minimal downtime.
• Provides technical support by operating a variety of equipment in locating and determining types of mechanical malfunctions within the mill.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tables, charts, formulas, and equipment instruction manuals; align equipment to specified tolerances; good knowledge of metallurgy and other materials for fabrication processes; troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment including centrifugal pumps, gearboxes, fans, and agitators; be proficient in burning and welding techniques.
• Capability of working in a physically intense environment. Ability to lift up to 74 pounds. This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, grasping, and climbing.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

Commitment to safety and quality

• Ability to read and interrupt blueprints and schematics
• Computer literacy – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Good communication skills - verbal and written
• The ability to work independently and in a team environment by receiving and completing work orders; gathering tools and supplies to complete the work assigned
• Willing to update job knowledge thru participation in educational opportunities
• Willing to work rotating Shifts and Overtime

Desired Background

• 3-5 years of industrial experience as a first-class millwright.
• Excellent teams’ skills
• Understanding of installing, repairing and maintaining industrial equipment in paper mill or similar industries.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Salary Max: $43.27

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 [e-mail].

Requisition: 11734