Electrician
Job Description
Impactful Role
Position: Electrician
Company: Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
Company: Graphic Packaging International, Inc.
Job Brief
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Salary Detail
$46.92 – $50.49 an hour
Experience
Career Timeline is required
Job Detail
- JOB SUMMARY:
- The primary responsibility of the Electrician is to maintain all electrical aspects of the facility and equipment.
- Skills Required: Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electrical systems, automation controls, codes, and safety regulations.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical and control issues.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in work to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance. With NFPA and NFPA 70, NFPA 70e. Products/Materials Produced and/or Services Provided Paper cups and plastic lids. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:
- Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, including wiring, lighting, circuit breakers, transformers, and control components.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams to understand layouts in industrial and facility settings.
- Inspect electrical components for safety, functionality, and compliance with local and national electrical codes.
- Diagnose electrical issues using testing devices such as multimeters, circuit testers, and other diagnostic tools.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with PLCs, HMIs, motor controls, sensors, and other automation components. Include connecting to PLC device and communicate to trouble shoot (I/O and Ip addressing, troubleshooting, Up/Down-loading software. Ability to write programs will be a bonus but not a requirement. Familiar with Allen Bradley Logix 5000, factory talk software, Ignition, Wonderware. Etc.
- Perform preventive maintenance to ensure system reliability and avoid unexpected breakdowns.
- Assist with mechanical tasks as needed, including equipment teardown, rebuilds, and support during emergency repairs or downtime.
- Collaborate with other trades and contractors to support cross-functional maintenance and improvement efforts.
- Upgrade outdated electrical systems by replacing old wiring, panels, and fixtures to meet current standards.
- Document work performed and maintained accurate records using the facility’s CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
- Respond to emergency calls and provide quick, effective solutions to minimize downtime and maintain operations.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and company safety protocols.
- Support energy efficiency initiatives by identifying and implementing electrical system upgrades
- Always on ahead on technology. New hardware, firmware. Forward think to support factory automation
- NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- a. As part of job responsibilities, employees may be required to perform or assist on any and all jobs for which they are qualified so as to provide uninterrupted, safe and continuous operations.
- b. Employees may be required to perform other necessary tasks throughout the plant including cleaning, general housekeeping duties, painting, sorting, cup-by-cup, lid-by-lid or tasks of a clerical nature.
- WORK DEVICES/TOOLS:
- Hand tools
- Power tools
- Meters, gauges
- Electrical testing equipment
- Computer/laptop
- Pay: $46.92 – $50.49
- 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 (ADD) 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. 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.
- Nearest Major Market: Visalia Nearest Secondary Market: Tulare
