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Transmission & Distribution World

Electrician 1

Transmission & Distribution World, Florida, New York, United States

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Electrician 1 Description & Requirements 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.

Comply with the safety regulations set by Smurfit Westrock, OSHA, and NFPA70E. Maintain clean and orderly work areas.

Adhere to company requirements, rules and procedures including but not limited to all safety rules and guidelines. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes regardless of level, position or tenure and for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies of Smurfit Westrock.

Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes regardless of level, position or tenure and are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.

Perform on highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility's equipment

Perform on emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and PMs

Perform mechanic duties and responsibilities as needed.

Perform as needed mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines

Perform electrical skills including, but not limited to, basic electrical troubleshooting

uploading PLC programs, saving PLC programs, changing PLC programs as needed, programming VFD’s, programming drives, running conduit and power to new equipment, replacing electrical hardware

Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service

Read and interpret electrical schematics and PLC programs

The ability to identify the need for external support, be able to communicate with OEM technicians over the phone to support troubleshooting and/or repairs needed.

Diagnose mechanical (as needed) and electrical problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments

Perform regular preventative maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities

Be proficient in operation and use of a multi-meter.

Use a variety of hand and power tools and material handling equipment in performing duties

Being proactive with reporting any unusual situations to proper supervision

Be able to lead by example and help junior electricians as needed

Perform all other duties as needed or assigned

Fluent in English

Bilingual in Spanish a plus

5 + years manufacturing experience preferably in a paper converting/corrugated environment

Knowledge of basic tools, power tools, electrical meters, pneumatic blue print reading, hydraulic blue print reading, and electrical schematic reading

Knowledge in the following programs: Lenz Global, RS logic 5,500 and 5,000, Workshop 505, Siemens Step 7, B&R Automation Studio

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Good interpersonal skills

Highly organized, detail orientated and self-motivated individual (proactive attitude)

Lean Management

Ability to perform mechanical troubleshooting as needed

Ability to perform basic electrical troubleshooting

Ability to deal with various situations in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

To successfully perform the essential functions of this role. It requires the ability to: stand occasionally, walk frequently, frequent use of hands (reach with hands and arms), view computer monitor, use telephone, speak and listen frequently. The role requires occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will encounter noise level typical of that of an office with computers, phones, printers, and light traffic. May encounter frequent interruptions throughout the day. May be required to work in a confined area and sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

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

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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