Electrical Maintenance Technician

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We are continually looking for an Electrical Maintenance Technician responsible for all aspects of electrical, automation, and mechanical maintenance, including coordination with outside resources - whether group support or contractors - to ensure proper operation and upkeep of equipment. This is a multi-craft, electrical and mechanical, maintenance position at the UPM Raflatac facility in Mills River, NC.

Greetings from your future manager

Our Vision: To provide technical support and equipment reliability for our assets. Always working to meet the emerging needs and demands of our manufacturing facility. Being part of a hard-working, team-oriented maintenance group to become a global provider of the technical requirements of today's manufacturing climate.

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What you will do

• Complete assigned work orders and troubleshoot automation, electrical and mechanical equipment problems

• Participate in new equipment installations, upgrades and modifications and monitor PLC software

• Recommend and implement corrective/preventive measures to eliminate equipment problems and improve work practices

• Participate in a preventative and reliability-centered maintenance program to optimize mechanical efficiency and production flow

• Maintain appropriate documentation of condition monitoring, work performed, parts used, and follow-up needed as related to equipment maintenance

• Maintain appropriate housekeeping standards in all work areas and assist co-workers as necessary in the same and other job functions

• Work closely with production staff leadership to schedule required maintenance, and ensure appropriate alignment of machines and equipment

• Perform all tasks consistent with the Roles and Responsibilities defined in the company's OHS Standards and Guidelines and support implementation of program initiatives

Who you are

• You have a combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, or related discipline, and 5-10 years responsible multi-craft maintenance in an industrial environment, with primary expertise in electrical/automation maintenance

• You have knowledge of the National Electric Code and relevant OSHA requirements

• You have a basic understanding of mechanical components used and the effective maintenance of a wide range of equipment, including highly automated, technologically advanced machinery

• You are able to read and interpret blueprints and maintenance diagrams for electrical and mechanical components

• You must have a good understanding of PLC systems, and the ability to create PLC-program code and program documentation

• You have well developed problem solving skills, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing demands

• You have solid communication skills, the ability to relate well to a wide range of constituents and can work freely, as well as a member of a team

• Background in mechanical aspects of maintenance such as welding, machining, pneumatic and hydraulic systems preferred

What do we offer?

• Safety and well-being

• We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We prioritize the safety of all our employees, ensuring everyone returns home safely.

• A meaningful job

• We do our work with professional pride, producing high-quality, sustainable products for our customers globally. Our community is built on great team spirit and commitment.

• Development opportunities

• We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career.

• Caring for people and the environment

• Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious sustainability targets, and we keep aiming higher. Together we can create a future beyond fossils!

• Comprehensive benefit package

• UPM's benefit package includes medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and a 401(k)-retirement plan.

Additional information

Location: Mills River, NC.

Are you interested? Please apply via the link above and attach your CV and cover letter by June 28th, 2024.

If you have any technical issues with submitting your application, please contact our HR Service Center at careers@upm.com or 877-723-5247.

Only candidates authorized to work within the United States without sponsorship will be considered.

This Job Description is intended to be a guide and is not intended to be a contract of employment, explicit or implicit. All contents are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company. Cooperation is expected of all employees. Other responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

UPM North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer

UPM Raflatac is supervising sustainable labeling through our innovative self-adhesive label materials and services. We offer high-quality paper and film label stock for branding and promotion, informational labels, and functionality labels. We operate a global network of factories, distribution terminals and sales offices. Our company employs around 3,000 people and made sales of EUR 1.6 billion (USD 1.9 billion) in 2020. UPM Raflatac is part of UPM. Find out how we are labeling a smarter future beyond fossils at www.upmraflatac.com

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