Maintenance

Graphic Packaging•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Graphic Packaging International is a leading manufacturer of paper-based packaging for various consumer products. They are seeking candidates to join their Food Service folding carton manufacturing operation in Chicago, IL. This posting is for a Maintenance Technician role with a pay range of $34.09 to $41.18 per hour, plus shift differential and progressive pay increases. The company emphasizes career advancement through on-the-job training and a promotion-from-within program. They offer a comprehensive benefits package and encourage employees to be part of a collaborative, diverse, and innovative team.

Requirements

Must be able to speak, read and write English.
Must have working knowledge of basic mechanical fundamentals.
Perform tasks per instructions.
Work well without supervision when needed.
Must have experience in identifying basic hand tools.
Prior maintenance/electrical experience necessary.
Minimum of four years hands-on experience in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair of high-speed equipment.
Basic working knowledge of machine tools: drill presses, welders, grinders.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Familiarity with all types of machinery involved in the folding carton industry.
Must have own tools needed to make mechanical and/or electrical repairs.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Must have physical coordination to operate a forklift (to remove and replace extremely heavy parts).
Must have the physical ability and coordination to operate machinery (Lathe, Grinder, Drill Press, Handsaw, etc.) used to make and repair parts.
Must have the physical ability and coordination to remove and replace parts from machinery.
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
Must have visual acuity at short distance to examine form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
Must be able to speak, read and write English.
Must have working knowledge of basic mechanical fundamentals.
Perform tasks per instructions.
Work well without supervision when needed.
Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.

Nice To Haves

Printing industry experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Installing and repairing all electrical devices within the plant.
Performing breakdown repairs, preventative maintenance, and predictive maintenance on all production equipment, utilities, building/grounds, etc.
Completing parts requisitions, work orders, and time sheets in the Computerized Maintenance Management System.
Disassembling defective electrical equipment, replacing defective or worn parts, and reassembling equipment.
Replacing all fuses, light sockets, bulbs, and switches within the facility.
Working independently and on teams.
Demonstrating safe work practices.
Using PLCs for routine troubleshooting.
Completing all associated paperwork.
Adhering to preventative/predictive maintenance schedules.
Reading and working from mechanical and electrical blueprints.
Following all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures related to the production of Safe Quality Foods.
Reporting any potentially unsafe conditions that may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures to a person of authority.
Participating in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions as required.
Following all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
Reporting any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.