Electrical and Instrumentation Tech
About The Position
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a d purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Pay Range: MT: $37.68/hour MT1: $41.82/hour MT2: $44.78/hour MT3: $47.79/hour The Opportunity: We are seeking an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician located in Solvay, NY. The E&I Technician maintains electrical and instrumentation systems for production and process equipment within the Solvay Paper Mill. The E & I Technician will support the manufacturing team by providing quality maintenance duties to maximize mill equipment reliability and availability. The E&I technician will also utilize their mechanical skills and knowledge (pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings, power transmission, lubrication, rigging, welding) in our continuous pulp and paper process manufacturing environment to achieve equipment uptime metrics.
Requirements
- High School Diploma / GED is required.
- 5+ years of Instrumentation and Electrical experience in a production maintenance environment or equivalent military experience is preferred.
- Journeyman or proof ofpletion of college or apprenticeship preferred.
- Computer skills including MS Office and ability to quickly learn new software used in the department.
- Strong electronics background preferred with experience also in 480-volt, 4160 volts, 13.8k volts, 3-Phase Controls.
- AB/Rockwell DC Drive; AB/Rockwell PLC's, Control Logic; Reading Electrical Drawings and Ladder Logic.
- Able to work a rotating shift schedule, including weekends and overtime as needed
Nice To Haves
- Experience with variable frequency drives (Siemens a plus) and smart field instruments (i.e. pressure, flow, temperature, level and analytical transmitters, valve positioners, valve actuators and PID controllers) a plus.
- Understanding of the workingponents of PLC/DCS systems
Responsibilities
- Support continuous improvement of preventive maintenance.
- Engage in preventive and predictive maintenance activities throughout the facility.
- Participate in trouble-shooting efforts to respond to equipment failures and/or process deficiencies.
- Participate in root cause analysis and execution of corrective actions to minimize recurrence of unplanned shutdowns.
- Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains Distributive Control System (DCS) and Programmed Logic Control (PLC) systems, which includes higher levels of automation, improved methods of control, and improved information gathering and reporting.
- Interprets blues, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to troubleshoot and maintain process control systems.
- Completes necessary documentation to ensure control documentation is current, follows all necessary change control procedures, and updates (marks up) drawings to reflect process improvements and field changes.
- Initiates andpletes work-orders and requisitions. Documents all critical and or pertinent information on a routine basis.
- Responsible for vendor contact as requested.
Benefits
- Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
- Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
- An attractive salary reflecting skills,petencies, and potential.
- Great benefits to include medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plan.
- A career with a global packagingpany w Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
