Electrical Technician

Be a part of a revolutionary change at Philip Morris International (PMI). We’re transforming our business to deliver a smoke-free future, offering huge opportunities for growth and innovation.

About the role

We are looking for a skilled Electrical Technician to support safe, reliable, and high-quality manufacturing operations. This role focuses on equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, teamwork, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety, environmental, and health regulations and company policies to promote a strong safety culture and prevent accidents.
• Ensure equipment and materials meet quality standards; partner with Quality teams to prevent defects and improve product integrity.
• Resolve quality issues using structured problem-solving methods and support continuous improvement in maintenance and equipment reliability.
• Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance (preventive and corrective) and troubleshoot equipment issues as a first point of contact for breakdowns.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and process changes; maintain accurate technical documentation and troubleshooting guides.
• Follow digital/automation and OT/ICS standards; use CMMS (Maximo) to record maintenance work and manage spare parts.
• Coach and support production teams during breakdowns and defects.
• Identify process losses and help improve efficiency; participate in kaizen and continuous improvement activities.
• Apply problem-solving tools to reduce downtime, waste, and defects.
• Work as part of a self-driven, collaborative team; share knowledge and communicate clearly across shifts.
• Complete required documentation for traceability and compliance; maintain training and technical qualifications.
• Support and improve standard work processes and maintenance standards; coach others to build team capability.

Requirements

• Technical education in Electronics, Electrical, Automation, or related field (Technical School or Technical University).
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills; experience with automation and control systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and basic IT skills (MS Office, data entry systems).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; fluent in English.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Pay

Hourly rate: $38/hour.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly salary with options to enroll in medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care; health savings accounts for high-deductible health plans.
• 401(k)/Deferred Profit Sharing (DPS) Plan with a 5% employer matching contribution and an annual employer contribution.
• Paid vacation time, sick time, and company holidays; paid parental leave for new parents.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, basic life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance at no cost.
• Option to purchase supplemental life and AD&D coverage for employees, spouses, and dependent children.