E&I Technician - Recycled Paper Mill - WestRock : Job Details

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineersand manufacturing experts with a shared 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.

E&I Technician

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain mill-wide electrical power systems, working with AC voltages ranging from, but not limited to 120/240, 277/480, 4,160 and 13,800 and DC voltages ranging from, but not limited to 12, 24 120 and 240.
• Install and maintain electrical distribution equipment and components, working with electrical conductors, conduit, cable trays, power panels, motor control centers, and overhead lines.
• Install and maintain process control instrumentation, process transmitters, valves, signal wiring and pneumatic tubing.
• Install and maintain Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) using skills to troubleshoot with communication software.
• Performing programming tasks as assigned.
• Install and maintain Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), working with both low voltage (480) and medium voltage (4,160) equipment. Configure and troubleshoot using local interface and communication software.
• General understanding of prints, schematics, ladder logic, elementary diagrams, loop sheets, instrument spec sheets, and understanding of written instructions for equipment maintenance.
• Understanding of electrical basics, laws, theories, and electronics. Understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and their governing principles.
• Ability to use test equipment and power tools associated with routine maintenance of equipment.
• Understanding of math, geometry, and basic engineering principles.
• Ability to troubleshoot DCS and PLC problems associated with instrument loops and process control.
• Understanding of instruments for pressure, level, flow, and temperature control and ability to troubleshoot their loops.
• Understanding of hydraulic systems and their components and ability to troubleshoot hydraulic loops and circuits.
• Understanding of calibration equipment with ability to correctly calibrate instruments and equipment.
• Ability to use computer software provided to install and maintain instrument systems.
• Understanding of control valves and ability to troubleshoot and repair valves and components.
• Safety standards associated with all instrument work.
• Computer literacy and basic understanding of CMMS (computerized maintenance management systems) to write work requests, update work orders, etc.

Job Requirements:

Education

• Required: High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Preferred: Electrical and/or Instrumentation Technical Degree / Certification

Experience

• Required: Minimum of 2 years' work experience in the last 5 years
• Preferred: 5+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Skills

• Drive to achieve and have upward movement in various jobs.
• Self-motivated desire to learn.
• Capable of meeting physical requirements to include working weekends/holidays, around heat, noise, work inside/outside.
• Possess the mechanical, mathematical, and verbal aptitude to learn position.
• Proven record of performance.
• Play by the rules and work well with others.
• Able to work variable schedule and overtime as needed.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.