Electrician (Omaha, NE, US, 68137)

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.

Electrician Wage:

Starting at $33.54/base + progressive pay increases.

**Earning potential up to $50.00/hr.**

Electrician Schedule Requirements:

• This Electrician position will work a standard schedule of Sunday – Thursday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm.
• There may be times when the electrician would provide coverage for vacation or other typical workplace needs, this could involve work outside of the normal schedule.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime.

Electrician Job Summary:  

Responsible for assembly and disassembly of paper converting manufacturing equipment along with testing and debugging of mechanical/electrical devices for proper operation, that ranges from above average too difficult in complexity. Electrical Technicians understand and align business operations and Maintenance Department as he/she executes their role to exceed customer expectations and align with GPI business, cultural, financial and operational objectives.

Electrician Job Functions: 

Job functions include, but are not limited to the following.

• Work within and adhere to GPI’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships and Teamwork.
• Installing and repairing all electrical production devices within the plant.
• Performing breakdown repairs, preventative maintenance, predictive maintenance, etc. on all production equipment, utilities, building/grounds, etc.
• Completing parts requisitions, work orders, time sheets, in Computerized manufacturing Maintenance Management System.
• Electrician disassembles defective electrical equipment, replaces defective or worn parts, and reassembles equipment.
• Responsible for replacing all fuses, light sockets, bulbs and switches
• Working independently and on production teams.
• Demonstrating safe manufacturing work practices.
• Use PLCs for routine troubleshooting.
• Understand and complete all associated manufacturing paperwork.
• Adhere to preventative/predictive maintenance production schedules.
• Read and work from mechanical and electrical blueprints
• Other manufacturing duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

Electrician Background / Experience / Skills:

• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software:
• Basic working knowledge of machine tools: drill presses, welders, grinders.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office
• All types of production machinery involved in the folding carton industry. Must have own tools needed to make mechanical and/or electrical repairs.
• Must be flexible: Able to work overtime, other shifts, and Saturdays/Sundays when needed.

Electrician Education / Knowledge:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.  

Electrician Physical Requirements:

• Sitting or standing, depending on changing job assignment, for extended periods.
• Awkward and/or repetitive movements.
• Routine Lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional Lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Push/pull pallet jack with up to 45lb force load.
• Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment.
• Work in areas of fluctuating temperature.

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities for all employees:

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.

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 are 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 View email address on careers.graphicpkg.com"> View email address on careers.graphicpkg.com .