E&I Entry Level
About The Position
The E&I Mechanic – Entry Level role is based at the company’s Jackson, Alabama Mill. The position supports the electrical and instrumentation systems needed for facility operations and production. The mechanic troubleshoots and resolves issues throughout the production facility, performs maintenance and audits, and works with maintenance, operations, and supervisors to improve reliability, productivity, and quality. The role requires willingness to work shifts, holidays, and weekends. Applicants selected for the hiring process will complete five timed written tests covering basic mechanical principles, arithmetic, three-dimensional visualization, rapid and accurate comparison of numbers or patterns, and basic verbal ability. Candidates will also participate in a structured interview with a four-person board reviewing work history, achievements, knowledge and skills, interpersonal abilities, task preferences, and physical demands experienced in previous jobs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Two-year degree in Industrial Electricity & Instrumentation.
- Strong commitment to safety.
- Ability and willingness to work shift work, holidays, and weekends.
Responsibilities
- Ensure proper operation of electrical and control system components, including electronic components, motors, solenoids, limit switches, PLC I/O modules, and photo-eye sensors.
- Troubleshoot, problem-solve, and resolve issues at machine centers and throughout the production facility.
- Perform high-level electrical audits and adjustments according to OEM specifications.
- Work with supervisors, maintenance team members, and operations to plan, procure, and document activities that enhance electrical and instrumentation maintenance.
- Mentor and share knowledge with other technicians about maintenance and troubleshooting of PLCs, instrumentation, and controls.
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to help meet quality and production goals.
- Apply applicable codes, regulations, reliability strategies, corporate standards, and OEM standards.
- Coordinate with the maintenance team to improve productivity and quality by anticipating and eliminating potential delays through planning and coordination of labor, parts, materials, tools, and equipment access.
- Review, develop, and/or modify work orders for plant equipment.
- Contact vendors and manufacturers as needed for support in resolving issues.
- Assist in developing and implementing reliability-centered maintenance strategies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
