Reliability Maintenance Technician - PLCs & Electrical

Smurfit Westrock; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock in Winston Salem is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Technician to ensure reliability of production equipment and plant systems through routine maintenance. This role requires a proactive approach to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.

You will perform maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems, troubleshoot PLCs and relay logic, calibrate pneumatic components, and keep accurate records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• Proven experience in maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of industrial equipment.
• Solid understanding of relay logic, PLCs, and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E standards and ability to apply them in the workplace.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, control circuits, and equipment, including PLCs.
• Calibrate and maintain pneumatic systems and other mechanical components.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and scheduled procedures.
• Collaborate with the operations team to identify improvements to equipment and processes.
• Adhere to safety standards, including NFPA 70E, and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.

Skills

Relay logic

PLCs

Pneumatic systems

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or associate degree preferred

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Relays

Industrial electrical systems

Job description

Smurfit WestRock in Winston Salem is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Technician to ensure reliability of production equipment and plant systems through routine maintenance. This role requires a proactive approach to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.

You will perform maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems, troubleshoot PLCs and relay logic, calibrate pneumatic components, and keep accurate records.