Electrician

About the role

Marcal Paper seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our team in Natchez, Mississippi. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in electrical theory and principles, along with extensive experience in process control and automation.

Responsibilities

• Provide process control and automation programming and troubleshooting expertise.
• Construct, assemble, and install electrical components, panels, and enclosures including conduit bending and wire pulling in accordance with applicable code standards.
• Proper use of test equipment to logically troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Troubleshoot network communication control issues using diagnostic equipment.
• Design and implement/manage the update of control systems from old technology to new technology (such as Allen-Bradley PLC-5 systems to ControlLogix).
• Perform preventative maintenance and cleaning of production and facility equipment.
• Ensure scheduled maintenance tasks / activities performed on equipment meet or exceed the manufacturers requirements for quality and reliability.
• Read and understand equipment manuals, technical references, machine drawings, schematic diagrams, and work orders to perform required maintenance.
• Participate in the Maintenance Continuing Training Program, as directed.
• Ensure maintenance spaces and areas within maintenance work boundaries are free from excess tools, materials, debris, and other items not in use or that are unnecessary for operating and maintaining production equipment.
• Responsible for housekeeping in Parts Storeroom, Maintenance Department spaces, including air compressor rooms; ensure work areas are neat, organized, and safe, including utilizing 5S Methods.
• Evaluate and address downtime issues promptly and effectively utilizing machine instrumentation.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent, post-secondary education is desirable, such as vocational training or course work in engineering technology.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field a plus.
• Welding/Fabrication a plus.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform maintenance on basic mechanical systems a plus.
• Computer Literate: To utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and other applications in conjunction with the assigned tasks / activities (training will be provided).
• A record of stable & continuous employment, including a minimum of 3 years manufacturing experience, preference given to packaging / converting experience.
• Journeyman status electrical license a plus.
• At least 3 years of PLC and HMI programming experience a plus.
• Understanding of wireless technology implementation preferred.
• Work experience with a focus in the Paper Converting Industry a plus.

General Requirements / Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive understanding of electrical theory and principles of operation, electrical distribution (MCC's, Transformers), PLC's including advanced programming, variable frequency drives, AC/DC motors and their controls.
• Ability reading logic in DCS, MDC, or PLCs, and advanced knowledge of controller-based hardware and controls programming software.
• Comprehensive knowledge of pneumatic and electronic instrumentation.
• Certified in Electrical / Electronic field with a minimum of 2 years classroom / lab or combination experience.
• Operate material handling equipment (rotating forklift, box clamp, roll clamp, etc.) safely and effectively, or the ability to obtain passing score on classroom training and satisfactory pass skills test.
• Adhere to all company policies including the ability to maintain an on-call status on either an intermittent or regularly scheduled basis.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check, pre-hire physical including lifting and walking tests, and a pre-hire drug test.
• Ability, willingness, and compliance to work safely & wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Meet attendance expectations - must not have a pattern of tardiness, late arrivals and/or absences regardless of status of disciplinary actions.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak with employees / vendors at any level in a professional manner (clear, complete, & concise).
• Self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision in collaboration and support of team objectives.
• Visual acuity and excellent observation skills.
• Ability to work on a call-out rotation.
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, OT, & weekends / holidays.
• Ability to work in a hot, humid, noisy, & high-volume manufacturing environment, including ability to climb, bend, & stoop.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders and stairs, and stand for continuous periods of time.
• Perform record keeping as required.

Pay

Compensation details are confidential and will be discussed during the interview process.

Schedule

The position offers rotating 12-hour shifts, overtime, and weekends/holidays.