E&I Entry Level

PCA • Jackson, AL

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Packaging Corporation of America is hiring an entry-level E&I Mechanic for its Jackson, Alabama Mill. The role supports electrical and instrumentation maintenance in the production facility, helping ensure equipment reliability, safety, quality, and production goals. The mechanic will troubleshoot electrical and control systems, perform preventive and predictive maintenance, coordinate maintenance activities, and work with operations, supervisors, technicians, vendors, and manufacturers.

The hiring process includes five timed written tests covering basic mechanical principles, arithmetic, visualization of three-dimensional figures, rapid and accurate comparison of numbers or patterns, and basic verbal ability. Candidates also participate in a structured interview with a four-person board covering work history, accomplishments, knowledge and skills, interpersonal skills, task preferences, and physical demands experienced in prior jobs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two-year degree in Industrial Electricity and 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, solve problems, 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 on PLC, instrumentation, and controls maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to help meet quality and production goals.
• Apply applicable codes, regulations, reliability strategies, and corporate and OEM standards.
• Coordinate planning and access to labor, parts, materials, tools, and equipment to improve productivity and quality and prevent delays.
• Review, develop, and 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.

Benefits

• Paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage available for enrollment within the first 30 days of employment for the employee and dependents.
• Life, AD&D, and disability coverage, with automatic enrollment upon hire.
• 401(k) plan with pre-tax and Roth contribution options and employer matching contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree