Industrial Electrician

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 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. Industrial Electrician The Opportunity: As an industrial controls technician for our corrugated packaging plant, you will work to keep our equipment up and running to OEM standards. You will use your expertise and experience to work with maintenance leadership, our operators, vendors & corporate reliability team to ensure maximum uptime and help us safely meet our production goals. Devens is a non-union facility. How you will help us: Follow all safety rules and practices Provide electrical and automation controls troubleshooting, support and predictive, preventive and emergency maintenance for our fast-paced corrugated packaging facility Review key plant metrics/KPIs and equipment data to identify potential areas for continuous improvement and lead a team to implement solutions As priorities demand, performing emergency breakdown maintenance as necessary to support plant operations including preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components; and observing operations, vibrations, and noise levels. What you will need to succeed:  A strong understanding of PLC, VFD and HMI/OIT software, previous and current versions. A successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical controls systems, mechanical drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, PC’s, Robotics, and Controls networks. The ability to reference equipment manuals & similar literature. Strong understanding and application of precision maintenance Willingness to Maintain clean and organized work areas and cleaning up work areas as part of completing assigned tasks. May operate forklifts, hoists, and other heavy equipment Master level ability to reference equipment manuals & literature Strong CMMS Knowledge Strong Computer Skills Strong understanding of 5S Provide leadership and, or training to one or two other automation technicians. Willingness to complete any maintenance work if workload permits Education and Work Experience: EE Degree, or equivalent in work experience and/or training Three or more years’ experience working with large industrial equipment troubleshooting automation/robotics or related field. Microsoft Office and JDE or similar Strong overall electrical knowledge and experience with electrical and industrial control systems. Excellent communication skills and effective team-building skills a must. Mentorship and willingness to help train your teammates is valued. Experience in corrugated packaging or similar high volume, no redundancy manufacturing environment The starting rate is $40-$45 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at /company/careers and the application window is expected to close by 3/10/26. #WorkWithSmurfitWestrock Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

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