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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 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.

 

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Summary

 

The Technical Specialist in GPI’s Louisville, CO Research & Development facility safely designs, fabricates, converts, and installs machines and processes directly related to the launch of new business objectives, new manufacturing processes, and qualification of new raw materials.

 

Description of Tasks

 

Adheres to plant and corporate safety policies by always performing duties in a safe and orderly manner; be actively engaged in all safety programs Designs, fabricates, converts, maintains, operates, and trains others on the installation and use of package converting equipment in support of launching new business initiatives for the Company. Manages the machinery/mechanical aspects of R&D projects. Works independently and travels to GPI manufacturing locations to install and/or troubleshoot package manufacturing machinery.  Travels to GPI customer’s facilities and assists with the installation, start-up, and trouble-shooting of packaging converting equipment.  Writes reports/recommendations on projects and communicates regularly with machine venders, GPI plant management, GPI customers, and business development personnel. Schedules, coordinates, and manages manufacturing trials evaluating new raw materials and converting processes. Facilitates process-related projects and programs in support of Corporate R&D. Responsible for maintenance and up-keep of R&D pilot line converting equipment.

 

 

Required Skills

 

Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills; able to communicate with all levels of management and external/internal customers Basic fabrication experience, working with various metals & plastics Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot minor mechanical failures High level of motivation and the ability the work with minimal supervision Ability to maintain a positive team environment Demonstrated organizational skills and detail oriented; good documentation skills Ability to work in a fast-pace and multi-tasking environment Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

 

Required Experience

 

High school diploma or equivalent Minimum 2 years of experience fabricating, operating, and maintaining manufacturing equipment. Experience operating printing presses, laminators, die cutters/sheeters, folder/gluers, powered industrial vehicles, preferred Previous machinist and/or fabricating experience, preferred

 

 Physical Requirements

 

Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. Ability to work safely and effectively on and around large manufacturing equipment and in a chemical environment.

 

Pay Range:   $55,770.00 - $69,740.00

 

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.

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