Machine Assembly Technician

Careers @ Graham Packaging; York (York County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable packaging manufacturing is looking for an entry-level Machine Assembly Technician in York, PA. The role involves assembling machinery, providing mechanical support, and occasional travel for commissioning duties. Ideal candidates will have a technical school diploma and be proficient with various tools.

Qualifications

• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Technical School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read technical specifications and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Assemble rotary blow-mold machinery.
• Collaborate with Area Leads to meet production schedules.
• Perform quality inspections on components and assembled units.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of safety procedures

Education

Technical School diploma

Tools

Hand and power tools

Forklifts

Aerial lifts

Overhead cranes

SAP

Adobe

CAD

Job description

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Graham Packaging is a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing, committed to a people, planet, and values-based approach. Our Blue Culture fosters a safe, innovative, and collaborative environment, emphasizing continuous improvement and employee growth.

Overview:

We are seeking an entry-level assembly technician for our Machinery Group at our Technical Center in York, PA. The role involves assembling rotary blow-mold machinery and providing mechanical support to our production facilities, with up to 50% travel (including international) for machinery commissioning, debugging, and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Area Leads to meet production schedules during assembly and build phases.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings to build machinery according to specifications.
• Ensure full compliance with safety regulations.
• Organize incoming equipment and parts to maintain assembly flow.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and stock components and materials.
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Conduct tests, repairs, or replacements of faulty machine parts.
• Disassemble outdated machines and salvage usable parts.
• Handle large and heavy components through rigging.
• Conduct quality inspections on components and assembled units.
• Assist with painting and finishing of machine parts.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Participate in internal design reviews and provide technical feedback.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures.
• Travel as needed for machinery commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Support other departments within the Technical Center as required.
• Attend mandatory training activities.

Qualifications

Core Skills and Proficiencies

• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate forklifts, aerial lifts, and overhead cranes.
• Ability to read technical specifications, manuals, and blueprints.
• Strong mathematical skills and attention to detail.
• Assist electrical engineers with panel installation and wiring.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills.
• Mechanical troubleshooting expertise.
• Knowledge of safety procedures like LOTO.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP, and Adobe; CAD experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems is advantageous.

Education and Experience

• Technical School diploma or equivalent in industrial machinery assembly/maintenance.
• Experience with manual machining and fabrication equipment is preferred.