Industrial Electrician - Newington, NH

Georgia-Pacific LLC; Newington (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific LLC in Newington, NH is seeking an Electrician for our gypsum facility. This skilled hourly role requires a thorough understanding of safe work practices, troubleshooting and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.

You will work Monday–Friday day shift with occasional nights, weekends and overtime, reading electrical schematics and collaborating with operations and maintenance teams to keep production running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience troubleshooting electrical systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and ladder logic.
• Willingness to train and adapt to new systems.
• Strong adherence to safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and improve PLC-controlled electrical equipment and automation systems.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment, PLC hardware, motor starter circuits, relay logic circuits, and AC/DC drive systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, electronic, and control system issues on manufacturing equipment.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and technical documentation.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve production issues.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC controls

Safety compliance

Education

Formal training in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC hardware

HMIs

VFDs

Industrial networks

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific has an opening for an

Georgia-Pacific has an opening for an Electrician at our gypsum facility in Newington, NH. This is a skilled hourly position requiring a thorough understanding of safe work practices, troubleshooting and maintenance of manufacturing equipment.

Schedule

Monday-Friday day shift, some nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed.

Plant's Address

Georgia-Pacific Gypsum

170 Shattuck Way

Newington, NH 03801

Watch the following video about our Newington location: https://youtu.be/6GHIm5A0sKs

What You Will Do

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and improve PLC-controlled electrical equipment and industrial automation systems
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment, PLC hardware, motor starter circuits, relay logic circuits, and AC/DC drive systems
• Diagnose and repair electrical, electronic, and control system issues on manufacturing equipment
• Seek to improve skill and knowledge assets, accept training as needed or required
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and technical documentation
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve production issues
• Assist with installation, startup, and modification of control systems and equipment
• Promote and support a strong safety culture by following all safety policies and procedures
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize equipment performance and reduce downtime
• Work overtime, weekends, and on-call as needed to support operations
• Communicate effectively with team members across shifts and departments

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Proven hands on electrical or instrument & control systems troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or military environment OR formal training/certification in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Instrumentation, or Electronic Technology

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in diagnosing and repairing various electrical and electronic equipment ranging in voltages from 24 VDC to 480 VAC
• Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical and controls systems in a manufacturing setting
• Working knowledge and/or certifications related to PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and industrial networks
• Experience with power distribution systems and components, including 3-phase motor controls, 480VAC systems, and low voltage DC systems
• Experience reading and interpreting electrical drawings and control schematics
• Experience with preventative maintenance programs

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Our Team

The Newington Gypsum facility employs approximately 130 individuals in supporting Georgia-Pacific as one of the nation’s leading gypsum board manufacturers. Georgia-Pacific’s building product business is consistently amongst the nation’s top suppliers of building products to large warehouse retailers and building materials dealers. Our employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury free workplace. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit http:www.buildgp.com.

Georgia-Pacific offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, 401(k), accident and sickness, paid holidays and vacations, as well as overtime opportunities.

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.