Instrumentation Associate I

Georgia-Pacific LLC; Clatskanie (OR); On-site; USD 62,859 - 79,335; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with employer match

Two weeks paid vacation after 90 days

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific LLC is hiring an Instrumentation Associate I for its Clatskanie, OR facility. This position is part of a two-year apprenticeship program that leads to an Oregon LEB Electrical License and a potential progression in pay to $57.59 per hour.

Key responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, calibrating instrumentation, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, along with experience in PLCs and computers. Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Experience with computers essential.
• Basic understanding of PLCs required.
• Strong commitment to safety and environmental practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections.
• Write work orders and record maintenance results.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot instrumentation and controls.
• Assist in root-cause analysis of equipment failures.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Computer skills

PLC experience

Basic mechanical maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Related technical degree

Job description

Position

Georgia‑Pacific is hiring an Instrumentation Associate I at its Clatskanie, OR facility. This role is part of a two‑year apprenticeship program. Upon completion, you will be eligible for an Oregon LEB Electrical License and advance to the Journeyman Instrument rate.

Starting pay: $45.63 per hour, with potential progression to $57.59 per hour.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account; short‑term disability; 401(k) with employer match; two weeks paid vacation after 90 days, and other benefits.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance inspections using diagnostic tools and test equipment under the supervision of a journeyman.
• Write work orders, record maintenance results, and read and update drawings and other documentation.
• Calibrate, configure, install, and troubleshoot transmitters, actuators, valves, positioners, meters, testers, and other instrumentation and controls under supervision.
• Facilitate and assist in root‑cause analysis of premature failures, propose solutions, and implement corrective actions.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting skills to ensure equipment operates as designed per OEM specifications.
• Adhere to plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures and actively participate in the mill safety program.
• Practice the MBM guiding principles to create continuous transformation and positive growth.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience working with computers.
• A related technical degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience with PLC's (Programmable Logic Controllers).

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree or certification in engineering, electrical/mechanical systems, paper manufacturing, or reliability.
• Experience in work order planning, BOM updates and development in SAP.
• 2+ years in the pulp and paper industry.
• 1+ year in maintenance or reliability.
• Experience with basic mechanical maintenance and/or machine troubleshooting.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf/Everify.pdf