Industrial Electrician: PLC & Automation Specialist

Georgia Pacific Corp.

Newington (NH)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

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

The role operates Monday-Friday day shift with some nights, weekends, and overtime. The Newington Gypsum facility employs about 130 people and offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life, 401(k), and paid holidays.

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.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.