Master Technician I Staring Rate 38.80

Graham Packaging Company; Bradenton (FL); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Zusammenfassung

Graham Packaging Company in Bradenton, FL is seeking a Master Technician I to operate and maintain blow-molding or injection-molding equipment, ensuring safe startup/shutdown, color and material changes, and quality control. The role develops capabilities across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, and Continuous Improvement.

The position requires a mechanical/electrical background, PLC familiarity, and the ability to pass electrical authorization requirements.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or related field.
• Formal training in a mechanical or electrical related field.
• 6 months’ experience operating or maintaining blow molding/injection molding machines.
• Experience with Electrical.
• Understanding and operation of PLC.
• HDPE and/or PET technologies preferred.
• Must be able to pass all requirements to become an “Electrically Authorized” employee.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.

Aufgaben

• Operate assigned molding machines and auxiliary equipment at approved centerlines and performance standards.
• Execute startup, shutdown, mold insert, color, material, and setup activities safely and accurately.
• Monitor complete process flow from material handling through downstream inspection and packout.
• Perform required quality checks, interpret approved process and inspection information, contain questionable product, and elevate according to controlled procedures.
• Complete qualified CIL and preventive-maintenance work, document findings, correct conditions within authorization, and elevate remaining abnormalities.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, sensor, conveyor, inspection, and material-system issues within documented qualification and authorization.
• Perform minor repairs and defined component replacement; verify guarding, equipment condition, process stability, product quality, and sustained production before return to service.
• Use approved data systems and KPIs to identify loss, support root-cause analysis, verify countermeasures, and sustain improvements.
• Conduct complete shift handoffs covering safety, equipment, quality, process, deviations, temporary repairs, open actions, and production risks.
• Maintain required training, certification, qualification, and recertification records.
• Coach others only when formally qualified and designated as a trainer.
• Perform other duties consistent with the role, training, authorization, and applicable policies.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

PLC experience

Safety awareness

Computer skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Formal training in a mechanical or electrical related field

6 months’ experience operating or maintaining blow molding/injection molding machines

Experience with Electrical

Understanding and operation of PLC

HDPE/PET technologies preferred

Electrically Authorized certification

Computer usage and typing skills

Tools

PLC

Electrical safety training

Data systems knowledge

Jobbeschreibung

Company Statement

Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life.

For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here.

At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce.

We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.

Overview

The Master Technician I safely operates, maintains, troubleshoots, and improves assigned blow-molding or injection-molding equipment and supporting systems. The role protects people, product, equipment, and production performance while progressively developing capability across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, and Continuous Improvement.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Operate assigned molding machines and auxiliary equipment at approved centerlines and performance standards.

• Execute startup, shutdown, mold insert, color, material, and setup activities safely and accurately.

• Monitor complete process flow from material handling through downstream inspection and packout.

• Perform required quality checks, interpret approved process and inspection information, contain questionable product, and elevate according to controlled procedures.

• Complete qualified CIL and preventive-maintenance work, document findings, correct conditions within authorization, and elevate remaining abnormalities.

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, sensor, conveyor, inspection, and material-system issues within documented qualification and authorization.

• Perform minor repairs and defined component replacement; verify guarding, equipment condition, process stability, product quality, and sustained production before return to service.

• Use approved data systems and KPIs to identify loss, support root-cause analysis, verify countermeasures, and sustain improvements.

• Conduct complete shift handoffs covering safety, equipment, quality, process, deviations, temporary repairs, open actions, and production risks.

• Maintain required training, certification, qualification, and recertification records.

• Coach others only when formally qualified and designated as a trainer.

• Perform other duties consistent with the role, training, authorization, and applicable policies.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily independently or with minimal assistance. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Formal training in a mechanical or electrical related field (Preferred).

• 6 months’ prior experience operating or maintaining blow molding/injection molding machines or similar equipment (In lieu of related degree/diploma).

• Experience with Electrical

• Understanding and operation of PLC, or willing to obtain training.

• Working knowledge of HDPE and/or PET technologies preferred. Direct experience with Blow Molding on any platform preferred.

• Must be able to pass all requirements to become an “Electrically Authorized” employee in accordance with the corporate Electrical Safety Training Program”.

• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.

Qualification and Authorization Boundaries

• Capability does not equal authorization. Employees may perform only work for which they are trained, qualified, authorized, and equipped.

• PLC programming, controls modifications, live electrical work, calibration, major component work, and other restricted activities remain outside scope unless specifically approved.

• Safety, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations leadership retain functional authority for controlled standards and technical boundaries.

Compensation Statement

The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits Statement

• Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance.
• Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program.
• Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

EEO Disclaimer

Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Type

Full-Time

Location : Physical Work Location Display Name

Bradenton, FL

Category

Manufacturing