Digital Workforce Integration Specialist - SMARTManufacturing

If you are a GPI employee, please click the Employee Login before applying.

 

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.

 

Digital Workforce Integration Specialist - SMARTManufacturing

Business analysis, system and project engineering for existing and new systems for the Information Technology Department.  The Information Technology Analyst will strategically support our Smart Manufacturing Program, performing the analysis, design, and implementation of digital technologies across our manufacturing sites. This role will work closely with business stakeholders, engineers, operations, and IT teams to define business requirements, assess process gaps, and deliver solutions that enable Industry 4.0 capabilities—such as Connected worker solutions, Intelligent Manufacturing, advanced analytics, and automation. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, problem-solver, and systems thinker who understands both manufacturing operations and enterprise technology. 

Our IT organization is transforming how we work at GPI.  We collaborate with our business partners to deliver a digital cloud first approach, modern user experience with an engaged global team and secure enterprise.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Principal Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Implementation and support of Smart Manufacturing technology, ensuring seamless integration with organizational goals and operational objectives
• Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and IT to implement automation and system improvements
• Design and develop technology solutions that deliver actionable insights to optimize decision-making
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops to drive user adoption and effective utilization of digital manufacturing software
• Partner with technical teams and vendors to troubleshoot issues and test system functionality
• Implement system changes and updates
• Configure, optimize and support software deployed under the Smart Manufacturing program to enhance operational efficiency
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, processes, and industry best practices
• Identify and implement digital technology enhancements to improve functionality and user experience
• Coordinate with stakeholders to define project scope, deliverables, and timelines, ensuring strategic execution
• Evaluate technical requirements and propose deployment solutions, collaborating with various teams and vendors to ensure technical feasibility
• Translate business needs into technical specifications
• Develop roadmaps to align IT solutions with manufacturing requirements
• Work alongside IT architects, application engineers and infrastructure teams to design scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions
• Support vendor relationships and software integrations, overseeing system enhancements and deployments
• Engage with key stakeholders to drive alignment of digital manufacturing technologies with business objectives

 

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS: 

• Strong verbal/written, time management, and analytical thinking skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills, ensuring effective collaboration and task management.
• Experience in problem-solving and stakeholder collaboration for reporting and insights.
• Ability to assess complex challenges and formulate practical solutions.
• Technical understanding in structuring and developing data-driven solutions.