2nd Shift Electrical Maintenance Tech - PLC & Automation

Transmission & Distribution World; Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock seeks an Electrical Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in Winston-Salem. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex electrical/electronic systems in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, with PLCs, HMIs, and automation focus.

The role emphasizes downtime reduction through skilled troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, working closely with production operators in a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years electrical maintenance experience in industrial/manufacturing setting
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, safety practices, and lockout/tagout procedures
• Ability to read/interpet electrical and mechanical drawings

Responsibilities

• Read electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals.
• Install, configure, and calibrate instrumentation and control devices.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and components.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Industrial electronics

PLC troubleshooting

Lockout/Tagout

Electrical drawings

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

CMMS (JDE-Oracle)

Job description

Smurfit Westrock seeks an Electrical Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in Winston-Salem. You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex electrical/electronic systems in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, with PLCs, HMIs, and automation focus.

The role emphasizes downtime reduction through skilled troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, working closely with production operators in a 24/7 operation.