Electrical Supervisor/Planner

Packaging Corporation of America; Town of Tomahawk (WI); On-site; USD 96,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Medical coverage

401k with matching contributions

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America is seeking an experienced maintenance supervisor in Tomahawk, Wisconsin. The role requires overseeing maintenance schedules, managing inventory, and ensuring safety compliance among the team. Ideal candidates have 3 to 5 years of industry experience and strong electrical and mechanical skills.

Compensation ranges from $96,000 to $130,000 annually, with benefits including paid vacation, medical, and 401k options.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ previous experience in industry.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Establish maintenance schedules and coordinate machine downtime.
• Maintain inventory of parts and focus on cost control.
• Ensure maintenance programs and repairs are accomplished timely.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical maintenance

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers—large and small—to package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations across the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People * Customers * Trust

Principal Accountabilities

• Establish and assign all daily, weekly, and monthly routine maintenance schedules and coordinate necessary machine downtime with the Production Manager or Superintendent.
• Maintain inventory of parts and supplies with a focus on cost control to an established budget.
• Schedule work, coordinate production activities, provide direct oversight of employees, approve time records, communicate and implement company policy. Engage in employee development activities, make recommendations on employee hire, promotion and disciplinary action.
• Ensure predictive and preventive maintenance programs are accomplished and repairs are completed on a timely basis so that production and profitability objectives are met.
• Establish and maintain maintenance budget to recommend capital improvements including assisting the Production Manager in design and installation of new equipment.
• Ensure maintenance crew understands and is able to troubleshoot all corrugator jobs and is fully trained on mechanical and electrical repairs, equipment use, adjustments, and unique situations.
• Maintain a clean, safe and injury‑free work environment by ensuring health and safety procedures are understood and executed by all employees.
• Participate in production meetings and provide updates as needed.
• Upgrade existing electrical systems and improve process reliability by electrical improvements.
• Work closely with Engineering to ensure capital projects are installed with Maintenance concerns included.
• Supervise the activities of all personnel assigned to the Electrical Department.
• Issue requisitions for repair parts & supplies necessary to perform Electrical Maintenance work, which are not furnished by Central Storeroom or Engineering.
• Direct the administration of company policy & programs pertaining to the performance, training, safety & morale of all personnel under his supervision.
• Cooperate in the establishment & continuance of a safety program to educate the workers in safe work methods & have a comprehensive knowledge of possible safety hazards in the mill.
• Maintain accurate & up-to-date maintenance records & information on all machinery, equipment & buildings.
• Coordinate activities with outside contractors working.
• Cover Instrumentation Maintenance Engineer's responsibilities as required.
• Provide weekend/after‑hours call coverage on a rotating basis.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3‑5 years’ previous experience in industry.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Previous supervisory experience in coaching, training, teambuilding, performance development, and conflict resolution.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Experience with manufacturing safety practices.
• Project management experience.
• If a current IAM Tomahawk Mill employee, an E&I Journeyperson with 4 years of experience at the Tomahawk Mill is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Solid analytical, mechanical, and mathematical skills.
• Solid working knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Working knowledge of maintenance of corrugated and packaging equipment.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing systems including shop floor software.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle numerous details, deadlines, and requests.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline‑oriented environment, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple projects and/or requests concurrently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with individuals throughout the company on departmental procedures, policies, practices, and requests for information.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively lead and communicate with production team and management.
• Previous work experience as a member of a team, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing between team members.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary range for position: $96,000.00 – $130,000.00.
• Paid Vacation: Three (3) weeks per calendar year. Pro‑rated Vacation during the first year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year.
• Paid Holidays.
• Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages—medical, dental, and vision—and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre‑tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
• Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.