Electrical and Instrumentation Tech - Roanoke Rapids (P)

Smurfit Westrock plc; Roanoke Rapids (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc in Roanoke Rapids, NC is seeking an Experienced Electrical and Instrumentation Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair state-of-the-art paperboard manufacturing equipment. You will repair, maintain, and install plant electrical, electronic, and instrumentation equipment.

The role offers a pay range of $31.19–$41.56 per hour, with opportunities for overtime and weekend work. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 4 years of verifiable electrical or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two-year technical degree, apprenticeship, or equivalent training desired.
• Experience with electrical/instrument maintenance in manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read diagrams and schematics.
• Willing to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on plant equipment.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment to minimize downtime.
• Engage in root cause analysis for unplanned shutdowns.
• Maintain and troubleshoot control systems (DCS, PLC).
• Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematics for process controls.
• Complete work orders and document changes accurately.
• Follow plant safety and environmental guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year technical degree or apprenticeship

Tools

Digital multi-meters

Windows-based software

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Experienced Electrical and Instrumentation Maintenance Technician

Are you a skilled E & I maintenance professional looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic manufacturing environment? Our Roanoke Rapids Mill team is seeking experienced Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians (E&I) to help maintain and repair state-of-the‑art paperboard manufacturing equipment.

The E/I Technician will repair, maintain, and install plant electrical, electronic and instrumentation equipment

Pay Range: $31.19 – $41.56 per hour (based on education and experience)

What You’ll Do

• Work alongside experienced mentors to perform electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Support continuous improvement of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for unplanned shutdowns.
• Maintain and troubleshoot advanced control systems (DCS, PLC).
• Interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematics for process control systems.
• Complete work orders, documentation, and change control procedures accurately.
• Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines.

What You Need to Succeed

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 4 years of verifiable Electrical or Instrument experience: (or a combination of both)
• Good understanding of basic math for electrical/electronics
• Manufacturing and/or Mill experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of computer programs using Windows based operating systems.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to identify voltage levels with the use of digital multi-meters
• Two-year technical degree, registered apprenticeship, or equivalent formal training desired
• Willing to work a rotating shift
• Scheduled and unscheduled overtime as needed
• Ability to work weekends/holidays and in varying conditions (heat, noise, indoor/outdoor)

Keywords: Maintenance & Engineering , Electrician, E&I technician, Electrical and Instrumentation, mechanical maintenance, electrical

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.