Mechanical Engineer Sr (Atlanta, GA, US, 30328)

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.

Mechanical Engineering researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such 
as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer 
systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the 
planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, 
instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines. 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 
 Individuals in these roles have a functional knowledge focus and are primarily responsible for 
achieving results through their own work and through teams that they may be part of. 
 Requires the application of theoretical knowledge typically gained through formal education (i.e. 
a postsecondary degree) and on the job training. 
 Progression within the levels reflects increased functional expertise, scope and complexity of 
work, and ability to influence others. 
 May mentor, coach and/or train less experienced co-workers. 
 Requires conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related 
disciplines. 
 Growing knowledge of industry practices. 
 Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems; analysis requires evaluation of identifiable 
factors. 
 Uses best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve products and 
services. 
 Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. 
 Exerts some influence on the overall objectives and long-range goals of the organization. 
 Errors in judgment or failure to achieve objectives would normally have a serious effect upon 
the administration of the organization. 
 Works under general direction. 
 Participates in determining objectives of assignment; plans, schedules and arranges own 
activities in accomplishing objectives. 
 Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. 
 Represents organization as a prime contact on programs or projects. 
 Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring 
coordination between organizations. 
**Directions: Delete this section if a non-Safe Quality Foods (SQF) location.** 
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.

 Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to 
record and/or correct the situation. 
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
 BA or equivalent + 10 years related experience, or MA + 8 years related experience. 
Must Include this disclaimer in this section:
The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or 
without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other 
duties to this position. 
KEY COMPETENCIES 
 Business acumen 
 Curiosity 
 Interpersonal skills 
 Influence skills 
 Self-starter 
 Negotiation skills 
 Organization skills 
 Results oriented

Pay Range: $97,200.00 - $129,600.00

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 [email protected] . 

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