Maintenance, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

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, food service, 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.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Pay: $33.43 - 40.92 / hour + $1.65/ hour shift premium for Night Shift

Location: Kendallville, IN

Schedule: 12‑hour shifts, 3‑2‑2-3 rotation, evenings & weekends required

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE:

Benefits start the first of the month after hire. We offer a strong benefits package to support you and your family, including:

• Company‑paid Life Insurance, AD&D, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with company match, no vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Vacation
• Holiday Pay

Graphic Packaging International is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install manufacturing equipment to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Install, maintain, and improve manufacturing machinery and facility systems.
• Conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) on equipment failures.
• Complete maintenance work orders and maintain accurate records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and equipment reliability.
• Follow all safety procedures.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Technical Certificate in Industrial Maintenance (or equivalent experience/training) preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
• Experience in manufacturing environment.

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 + paid company holidays each year

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