Maintenance A

International Paper (http://www.internationalpaper.com) is the world’s largest paper and forest products company.  Primary businesses include paper, packaging and forest products for a variety of end uses.  International Paper is a Fortune 500 Company with operations around the globe.

The Manson Container plant has an opening for an Electronic Technician/Mechanic A to join our maintenance team.  The successful candidate for this multi-craft position should be able to conduct, maintain, test and repair electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components, as well as apply knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and apply skills in restoring equipment to operation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gauges, and test equipment.

• Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specification, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.

• Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.

• Reads blueprints, schematics, and drawings.

• Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.

• Must be able to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Receptive to training and performing functions in multiple areas. 

• Maintains a clean, organized and safe work environment, responsible for proper waste disposal

• Must be able to successfully function within a team environment and be able to adapt to change.

• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Vocational or specialized training beyond high school in electronics/industrial maintenance or minimum of 3 years of proven experience in electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields is required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas. 

• 3 years minimum experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• A thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.

• Computer experience/operation and PLC programming are necessary.

• Ability to utilize laptop for analyzing and troubleshooting. 

• High degree of precision working with close tolerances.

• Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work.

• Willing to work any shift and overtime as required.

Key Competencies:

• Autonomy – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to minute details of a project or task.

• Resilient – Ability to recover from, or adjust to, misfortune or setbacks.

• Self-Motivated – Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.

• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Qualified candidates should express interest by applying online at