Maintenance Technician

Graphic Packaging International Spain SA; Oroville (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with employer matching

Health & Welfare Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Time Off + 11 paid holidays

Job summary

Graphic Packaging International is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to keep production machines and support equipment running in a 24/7 facility. You will repair mechanical, electrical, and fabrication systems, install and set up new equipment, and work with PLCs and motor control systems.

Candidates should have 7–10 years of hands-on maintenance experience, tech training preferred, and strong problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of maintenance experience preferred
• Tech School or college degree a plus
• Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
• Experience with PLCs, ladder logic and motor controls

Responsibilities

• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand and power tools
• Perform preventive maintenance to keep machines running efficiently
• Inspect drives, motors, belts and fluid levels; replace filters as needed
• Install, align and set up new equipment; program PLCs and test systems
• Diagnose complex mechanical problems using blueprints, manuals and OEM guidance
• Mentor and develop Maintenance Technicians levels 1–3

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Maintenance planning

Education

Tech School training

Tools

Electrical precision measuring devices

Welding equipment

Blueprints & repair manuals

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.

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’re 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].