Drive & PLC Technician: Optimize Motors & Control Systems

International Paper; Mansfield (LA); On-site; USD 55,269 - 66,386; Full time

Job summary

International Paper is seeking a Drive/PLC Technician at Mansfield Mill in Mansfield, LA. The role focuses on maintenance and optimization of industrial control systems, including AC/DC drives, PLCs, HMIs, and motor management to improve uptime and efficiency.

The candidate will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, develop PLC programs, configure drive systems, and support plant-wide automation, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Certification is required.
• Strong safety focus and troubleshooting skills are essential.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including callouts and overtime.
• Continued advancement in Drives and PLCs is expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on AC/DC drives, motors, and control systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults in PLCs, HMIs, and motor management systems.
• Develop and modify PLC programs using ladder logic, structured text, and function blocks.
• Configure drive systems for torque control, speed regulation, and load sharing in multi-motor applications.
• Maintain accurate records of system configurations and backups; support safety audits.

Skills

Safety focus

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Flexibility

Drive/PLC advancement

Education

Minimum Level 2 Certification

Job description

International Paper is seeking a Drive/PLC Technician at Mansfield Mill in Mansfield, LA. The role focuses on maintenance and optimization of industrial control systems, including AC/DC drives, PLCs, HMIs, and motor management to improve uptime and efficiency.

The candidate will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, develop PLC programs, configure drive systems, and support plant-wide automation, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.