E&I Technician

Sonoco Products Company; Hartsville, Town of Cortlandt (SC, NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an E&I Technician to join their team in a dynamic environment. This role involves ensuring the integrity of electrical and automation systems while installing, diagnosing, and maintaining advanced control systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and organizational skills, with a commitment to teamwork and communication. With a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on innovation, this company values its employees and offers opportunities for growth in a supportive atmosphere. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this is the place for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Proficiency in electrical controls and automation systems.
• Understanding of technical drawings and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity of electrical and automation systems.
• Install and maintain control systems at an advanced level.
• Support troubleshooting and repairs in the Electric Shop.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Abilities

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Education

Associate Degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering

5 years' experience in industrial electrical controls and systems

Tools

Computer Controls Software

MS Office

Job description

Location: Hartsville, SC
Position: E&I Technician
Pay: $31.92 - $36.58/hr - depending on experience/knowledge

Sonoco has been a leader in products and packaging since 1899, evolving from a small family business to a global company with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We value our talented people and their innovative solutions, maintaining our core belief that 'People Build Businesses.'

We seek an E&I Technician who demonstrates excellent attendance, success in fast-paced environments, teamwork, communication skills, flexibility, and meticulous record-keeping. A willingness to learn and develop new skills is essential, along with pride in hands-on and analytical abilities, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the integrity of the plant's electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems.
• Installing, diagnosing, calibrating, maintaining, and repairing electrical, instrumentation, and control systems at an advanced level.
• Supporting the Electric Shop with troubleshooting, call-ins, shift rotation, overtime, repairs, projects, etc.
• Assisting in planning specialized equipment or projects.
• Managing PLC, automation, DCS/QCS control systems, UPS systems, and compliance with EPA, DHEC, and radiation safety standards.
• Maintaining instrumentation such as flow, level, temperature, pressure transmitters, and control elements across various plant systems.
• Configuring and troubleshooting AC/DC drives, motor control systems, programmable logic controllers, HMI controls, and gauging sensors.
• Supporting hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or a minimum of 5 years' experience in industrial electrical controls and systems.
• Proficiency in computer controls software and MS Office.
• Understanding of meters, instruments, piping and instrument diagrams, wiring diagrams, and related technical drawings.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and under pressure.
• High voltage experience is required.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, wellbeing resources, paid time off, insurance options, and tuition reimbursement.

Sonoco is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, prohibiting discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.