Rotary Blow Mold Machine Technician

Company Statement

Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.

Overview

Graham Packaging is looking for an experienced rotary blow-molder technician for our Machinery Group located at our Technical Center in York, PA. The role primarily involves the assembling of rotary blow-mold machinery while also providing technical support to our global facilities. 25% domestic Travel (potentially international) to Graham Packaging manufacturing plants for machinery commissioning, debugging, and problem solving is required. 

Responsibilities

The primary duties of the Rotary Blow Mold Machine Technician include:

• This position collaborates with Area Leads to accomplish different aspects of the assembly and build phases to adhere to production schedules.
• Ensure that machinery operates according to company requirements.
• Full adherence to the established safety regulations is mandatory.
• Help organize and arrange incoming equipment and parts to maintain assembly production flow.
• Maintain workshop area, ensuring cleanliness, adequate levels of stock components and materials, and proper maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Diagnose and fix faulty machine components, making provisional repairs, or replacing parts.
• Disassemble outdated machines and salvage usable parts.
• Perform preventative maintenance on shop machinery by noticing and fixing potential problems, replacing worn components, and lubricating parts.
• Fundamentals in rigging to handle large and heavy components.
• Conducting quality inspections of individual components and assembled units.
• Painting and finishing of machine components.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Attend internal design reviews.
• Assist electrical engineers with wiring inspections, startup, and testing.
• Install and connect electrical panels following guidance from engineers.
• Support the startup of equipment and machinery at production and testing sites.
• Interpret mechanical blueprints and use the bill of materials to carry out assembly tasks.
• Evaluate plant feedback to recognize continuous improvement opportunities
• Provide feedback to management for technical innovations
• Follow “Standard Operating Procedures” as they apply
• Travel to Graham Packaging manufacturing plants for machinery commissioning, debugging, and problem solving.
• Provide remote support for mechanical machinery issues at existing plant facilities
• Support various departments within the Technical Center when needed
• Work closely with our Global Technical Training Department to further develop processes and materials related to Rotary Blow Molding equipment
• Participate in mandatory corporate training activities
• 25% percent domestic travel (potentially international) will be expected

Qualifications

Core Proficiencies and Skills

The following skills and proficiencies are desirable for the position:

• Proficient in following stringent safety protocols and aware of potential safety hazards.
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools,
• Skilled in operating forklifts, aerial lifts, and overhead cranes
• Proficiency in mechanical technical skills to read specifications, machine manuals, and blueprints effectively.
• Excellent mathematical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively through ongoing interactions with colleagues and stakeholders, including Engineers, Managers, and Part Vendors, among others.
• Extensive knowledge of rotary blow molding systems
• Strong communication skills
• Advanced mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of LOTO safety
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, Adobe and SAP is a plus
• Knowledge of hydraulics and electro / mechanical systems is a plus
• Experience with AutoCAD or 2D schematic CAD software a plus
• Electrical panel assembly a plus

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements

• 10 years of industrial machinery assembly/maintenance experience
• Hands-on experience in building, setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting rotary blow molding machinery
• Familiar with all systems related to blow molding equipment: pneumatics (air and water), hydraulics, AC/DC motors, PLCs & HMIs, Servo motors, etc
• Experience with manual machining practices(mill/lathe) and fabrication equipment (vertical/horizonal bandsaws, grinding, Mig welding)

Compensation Statement

The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits Statement

Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

EEO Disclaimer

Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.