General Mechanic

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Graphic Packaging International, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for many well‑known brands. We are committed to environmental responsibility, workplace diversity, and high‑quality compensation and benefits.

Macon, GA — $60,000.00 - $

This is a journey‑level millwright position requiring strong mechanic skills. This position is responsible for troubleshooting and servicing all production and support equipment within the facility in a safe and efficient manner while ensuring minimal downtime. This position will work closely with Operations and the Mechanical Maintenance Team to provide maximum facility support.

• Troubleshooting and servicing all production and support equipment within the facility in a safe and efficient manner while ensuring minimal downtime.
• Provides technical support by operating a variety of equipment in locating and determining types of mechanical malfunctions within the mill.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tables, charts, formulas, and equipment instruction manuals; align equipment to specified tolerances; good knowledge of metallurgy and other materials for fabrication processes; troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment including centrifugal pumps, gearboxes, fans, and agitators; be proficient in burning and welding techniques.
• Capability of working in a physically intense environment. Ability to lift up to 74 pounds. Frequency standing, walking, bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, grasping, and climbing.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Computer literacy – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Good communication skills - verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment by receiving and completing work orders; gathering tools and supplies to complete the work assigned.
• Willing to update job knowledge through participation in educational opportunities.
• Willing to work rotating shifts and overtime.

• 3-5 years of industrial experience as a first-class millwright.
• Excellent team skills.
• Understanding of installing, repairing and maintaining industrial equipment in paper mill or similar industries.

High school diploma or GED.

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with 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. 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.  

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