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Georgia Pacific is in search of an Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) Technician to support operations at the Sweetwater, TX Gypsum facility. These positions are primarily focused on managing day to day Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) activity to meet production needs. The selected candidate will collaborate with the AGV Administrator as well as Manufacturing Engineers and Reliability Coordinators. The ideal candidates will have solid interpersonal skills that will allow the transfer of knowledge to Automated Systems Technicians on the four rotating crews.

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific's building product business is consistently amongst the nation's top suppliers of building products to large warehouse retailers and building materials dealers. Our employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury-free workplace. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit www.buildgp.com.

What You Will Do

• Complete regularly scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM's) on time and per AGV Platform requirements.
• Provide corrective maintenance - including Root Cause Analysis.
• Utilize tools and data in accordance with predictive maintenance activities.
• Use precision tools: i.e. micrometers, laser alignment tools, sensor alignment tools, and tools alike in routine activities.
• Utilize a multi-meter
• Execute Asset Strategies and provide feedback to AGV Platform.
• Track issues/repairs and utilize escalation process via MP2 or similar tools.
• Utilize computer software and skills in daily activities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team in a fast-pace setting.
• Provide technical service across multiple locations
• Effectively provide feedback/training to Operator Technicians as needed.
• Communicate and work collaboratively with strong oral and written communication skills to various audiences as this role will require communication to all levels of the organization (i.e., via reports, e-mail, verbally, and/or in small/large group settings) in a team environment.
• Continuous learning of specific skills required to maintain and operate AGV's and supporting automation equipment.
• Work in an industrial environment which at times is hot, humid, cold, and noisy. The AGV Technician may be required to lift up to 50 pounds routinely and stands for extended periods of time. Bending, twisting, and stretching are attributes of the role. The position requires wearing personal protective equipment (i.e. safety glasses, ear plugs, and hard hat to name a few).

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience applying Basic PLC knowledge & troubleshooting.
• Experience applying basic electrical and mechanical principles to maintain motors, drivers, belts, and bearings.
• Experience in operations and equipment maintenance or manufacturing engineer in an industrial, manufacturing or military environment.
• Experience reading mechanical prints and schematics.
• Experience troubleshooting or maintaining hydraulics.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with maintenance and/or operation of Automated Guided Vehicles
• Experience with photo eye sensors, proximity sensors, and encoders
• Experience with electrical safe work practices - NFPA 70-E Electrical Safety Standards
• 2-year degree or higher with an Electronic or Mechanical Technology focus OR (5) five or more years of electrical/mechanical maintenance or troubleshooting experience

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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf