Maintenance Technician

Graphic Packaging International; Oroville (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) w/employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Paid Time Off + 11 holidays

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician for a 24/7 production facility in California. You will repair, install, and service mechanical, electrical and fabrication systems, including PLC programming and ladder logic.

The role requires leadership to mentor Technicians levels 1–3 and ensure peak equipment performance. The position emphasizes hands-on maintenance, diagnostics, and safety while collaborating with OEM technicians.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of maintenance experience preferred.
• Repair, install and align equipment; program PLCs.
• Read blueprints, manuals and schematics for repairs.
• Mentor Maintenance Technicians levels 1–3.

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand/power tools.
• Perform maintenance to keep machines running smoothly and efficiently.
• Inspect drives, motors, belts, fluids, and replace filters as needed.
• Assemble, install or repair wiring, electrical components and piping.
• Diagnose mechanical problems using blueprints and manuals.
• Mentor and develop Maintenance Technicians levels 1-3.

Skills

Active Learning

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Mathematics

Reading Comprehension

Writing

Complex Problem Solving

Education

Tech School

Tools

Equipment Maintenance

Electrical Measuring Devices

Installation

Operation Monitoring

Control Systems

Welding

Job description

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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 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 Purpose

Perform work involving the Mechanical, Electrical and Fabrication skills to keep all production machines and support equipment in reliable repair. Duties involve repairing mechanical equipment; installing, aligning and the setup of new equipment along with programming of PLC's, working with ladder logic and motor control systems in a 24/7 production facility.

Job Functions

• Repair or replace defective equipment parts, using hand tools and power tools, and reassemble equipment.
• Perform complex maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, and operate efficiently.
• Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions, following checklists.
• Use tools ranging from hand and power tools, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Assemble, install or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing, machinery, and equipment.
• Diagnose complex mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary. Interact with OEM Technicians and call centers when situation requires.
• Inspect, operate, and test machinery and equipment to diagnose complex machine malfunctions.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Dismantle devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, forklifts, hand tools, and power tools.
• Plan and lay out repair work, using diagrams, drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, and schematic diagrams.
• Effectively and efficiently submit part orders and repair reports.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments, using hand tools and metering equipment.
• Operate cutting torches or welding equipment.
• Mentor and develop Maintenance Technicians levels 1-3.

Job Specifications

Years of Experience: 7-10 years preferred but will consider based on skill level.

Degree Or Formal Training

Tech School or college degree a plus but not necessary.

Basic Skills

• Active Learning
• Active Listening
• Critical Thinking
• Mathematics
• Monitoring plant performance
• Reading Comprehension
• Writing
• Complex Problem Solving

Technical Skills

• Equipment Maintenance
• Properly Utilize Electrical Precision Measuring Devices
• Equipment Selection
• Installation
• Operation Monitoring
• Operation and Control
• Operations Analysis
• Technology Design
• Complex Troubleshooting

Knowledge Required

• Engineering and Technology
• English Language
• French and German language helpful
• Mathematics
• Mechanical

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].