Senior Equipment Specialist

Altria; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Merit increases

Performance bonus

401(k) matching

Deferred Profit Sharing

Student loan assistance

Professional development stipends

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Parental leave

Volunteer days

Job summary

Altria is seeking an Electrical Equipment Specialist in Richmond, VA to provide electrical technical support for manufacturing operations. You will independently resolve complex equipment issues, develop solutions to meet business objectives, and build capability through training and documentation.

The role requires experience with high-speed packaging equipment, OEM collaboration, and strong computer and CMMS skills. Shift flexibility and a focus on safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 5+ years electrical field experience preferred.
• High-speed packaging equipment expertise required.
• Experience with GD, Focke, and Koeber equipment preferred.
• 3–5 years troubleshooting packaging equipment.
• Proficient with office software and CMMS systems.
• Familiar with tests, measurement and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to bend, crawl and climb to inspect equipment.
• Ability to manage tight timelines and priorities.
• Willingness to work other shifts and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and troubleshoot packaging machinery with factory electrical team.
• Write maintenance alerts and develop documentation.
• Train others and build capability through formal and informal sessions.
• Analyze data to drive design improvements in methods and equipment.
• Support maintenance planning activities and project schedules.
• Participate in OEM technical meetings to resolve issues.
• Assist in spare parts lists and technical alternatives.
• Assist in test plan development and execution.
• Perform all duties safely.

Skills

Packaging equipment

Troubleshooting

PCs & MS Office

Maintenance planning

Data analysis

Time management

Safety minded

Cross-shift flexibility

Equipment documentation

Education

Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

5+ years electrical field experience

Tools

GD equipment

Focke equipment

Koeber equipment

Job description

Are you seeking an opportunity to use your hands-on technical skills to diagnose and tackle real world problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Then we have an opportunity for you!

We are currently seeking a highly qualified Electrical Equipment Specialist to join our Philip Morris USA team in Richmond, VA. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing electrical technical support to manufacturing operations in our Richmond production facility, assisting in capability building efforts to improve systems and processes and maximizing productivity across assets to drive out losses through Integrated Work Systems (IWS). This individual will also serve as a senior technical resource, leveraging technical expertise and depth of experience to independently resolve complex equipment issues, develop solutions to meet business objectives, provide technical leadership, and build capability in others.

You must be willing to working any shift:

A-Shift (7:00am – 3:00pm)

B-Shift (3:00pm – 11:00pm)

C-Shift (11:00pm – 7:00am)

What you will be doing:

• Using specialized knowledge of packaging machinery and/or processes to analyze and troubleshoot machinery problems in support of factory electrical maintenance personnel
• Writing maintenance alerts and developing specialized documentation.
• Building capability in others by providing formal and informal training, writing maintenance alerts and developing specialized documentation
• Analyzing data and applying problem solving techniques to facilitate design improvements for methods, processes, products, systems, documentation, and equipment
• Contributing to the development of maintenance planning activities
• Contributing to the development of project schedules, estimates and resource plans
• Participating in technical meetings with OEMs to resolve issues with machinery
• Assisting in the development of and recommending spare parts lists for machinery and technical alternatives
• Assisting in the development and execution of test plans and evaluations
• Performing all job functions and activities in a safe manner

What we want you to have:

• Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or minimum 5 years’ work experience in electrical technical field preferred
• Advanced/specialized expertise with high-speed packaging equipment
• Experience with GD, Focke, and/or Koeber equipment preferred
• Three to five years’ experience troubleshooting packaging equipment.
• Strong familiarity with computer equipment and applications such as spreadsheets, databases, word processors, and computerized maintenance management systems.
• Familiarity with common tests, measurement, and diagnostic equipment
• Ability to bend, crawl and climb to inspect equipment.
• Ability to manage demanding time constraints
• Ability to prioritize work based on current demands
• Willingness to work other shifts and/or weekend schedule as needed

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $91,500.00 - $132,750.00.

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:

• Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully.
• A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
• Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
• A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%–17% of your base salary.
• Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
• Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life.
• A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.