Senior Electronic Technician

Construction Job Board USA; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth

Inclusive work environment

Sustainability focus

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock, a leader in sustainable paper and packaging, is seeking a Senior Electronic Technician for its Winston-Salem facility. The role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex electrical/electronic systems in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in industrial electronics, PLCs, and automation, with a minimum of 5 years in an industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) and automation systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, safety practices, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a 24/7 operation.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, drives, sensors, and control systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and components.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Install, configure, and calibrate instrumentation and control devices.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Industrial electronics

Automation systems

Electrical safety

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics/Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

HMIs

Industrial drives

SCADA

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

8080 North Point Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106

Job Title: Senior Electronic Technician

Position Type: Full-Time

Shift: 11am-7pm with flexibility to work other shifts as needed

Pay: $43.70/hr

Location: On-site - Winston-Salem, NC

Department: Maintenance / Engineering

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor or Engineering Manager

About Smurfit WestRock

At Smurfit WestRock, we are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. Our Winston-Salem facility is a key part of our commitment to innovation, quality, and environmental responsibility. We believe in empowering our employees and fostering a culture of safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Electronic Technician to join our maintenance and engineering team. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex electrical and electronic systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electronics, PLCs, and automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, drives, sensors, and control systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and components.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve equipment reliability and efficiency.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Install, configure, and calibrate instrumentation and control devices.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) and automation systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes, safety practices, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a 24/7 operation.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Supportive and inclusive work environmentCommitment to sustainability and innovation

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.