Maintain electrical equipment such as gas mixers, burners, de-ionized water units, air compressors, plant air circulation systems, cooling and heating units, ultra sonic cleaners, waxers and plant lighting.
Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and program all VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, motors and other electrical equipment
Perform preventative maintenance on assigned electrical systems and equipment.
Identify inefficiencies and potential electrical problems and coordinates through supervisor to resolve.
Supplies and maintains required hand tools.
May assist in the design, experimentation, and/or installation of all plant equipment or electrical production procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
We’d love to hear from you if
Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming & troubleshooting, HMI and industrial electrical networking.
Working knowledge of the following areas: all assigned equipment, multimeter, solid state circuitry, electronics, electrical-mechanical devices, transmission systems, interface units, AC/DC motors, wiring diagrams and schematics
Basic knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC).
Thorough understanding of the operating principles of all assigned equipment, i.e., electrical test equipment, hand tools, etc. and the ability to use logic to troubleshoot equipment.
Interpersonal and communication skills.
Signode strapper, Videojet and Domino printers, computers, and Microsoft Office preferred.
Knowledge of hazardous material handling, working in confined spaces and other safety practices preferred.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and sit/stand for extended periods of time
Ability to wear appropriate safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing, and footwear in appropriate areas and follow safety practices.
<5% Travel
Broad training in a related field, usually acquired through a technical school or through equivalent electrical/electronics work experience required.
Associate’s Degree preferred.
2 years of job-related experience preferred.
At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
