Licensed Electrician (Kalamazoo, MI, US, 49007)

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.

SIGN-ON BONUS OF $5,000 AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATE

This is a journey-level position with strong electrical and instrumentation skills, within your first year you can earn up to $100K. 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 the Operations and the Mechanical Maintenance Team to provide maximum facility support.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repairs, maintains, and installs wiring, motors, motor controls, PLC’s, AC/DC Drives, transformers, motors, generators, lighting, instrumentation, valves and other electrical systems.
• Maintain and repair equipment –Distribute Control System (DCS), PLC Equipment, variable speed drives, level, pressure and temperature controls, automatic and pneumatic controls for flow pressure, turbine generators, breakers and power distribution equipment.
• Provides technical support by operating a variety of electrical testing equipment in locating and determining types of electrical malfunctions within the mill.
• Studies plans, drawings, specifications, and work orders to determine work requirement and sequence of repairs and/or installations.
• Application of NFPA Guidelines including publication 70 (National Electric Code).

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

• Commitment to safety and quality
• Experience with AC and DC Drives, variable frequency drives, PLC and motor controls along with all types of electrical phasing
• Ability to read and interrupt blueprints and schematics
• Computer literacy – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Good communication skills - verbal and written
• Demonstrated ability to use hand and power tools, as well as technical testing equipment consistent within the electrical field.
• 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
• Respond and react to potential mechanical, electrical equipment and structural failures
• Diagnose and resolve electrical process abnormalities and malfunctions
• Willing to work rotating Shifts and overtime
• Journey level electrician

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing for extended periods
• Awkward and/or reptitive movements
• Moving or lifting of equipment, materials and tools up to 50 lbs repeatedly for a 12 hr shift
• Climbing ladders, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or movement within confined areas
• Work in buildings and areas of fluctuating temperature and weather
• Exposure to weather, dirt grease, fumes and heat

SCHEDULE DEMANDS:

• Work half the year on rotating shifts
• 80 hours of work in a 2 week work period plus overtime as needed.
• Rotating 12 hour shifts (7:00 to 7:00)
  • 12-hour days (7:00am – 7:00pm) - rotating shift pattern of 2-2-3
  • 12-hour nights (7:00pm – 7:00am) - rotating shift pattern of 2-2-3
  • Crew changes from days to nights every 28 days.
• Must be willing and able to work evenings, weekends and Holidays

DESIRED BACKGROUND:

• 3-5 years of troubleshooting experience with close support of production equipment.
• Experience with electric motors, drives, & PLCs

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must have Electrical Journeyman Card

GPI’s Benefit Program

• Competitive Pay

• $5,000 Sign-on bonus first payment after completion of 90 day probationary period

• 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

• Various Voluntary benefits

• Adoption Assistance Program

• Employee Discount Programs

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.