Industrial Controls Maintenance Electrician

Step into a pivotal role keeping production moving

Picture this: it’s 3:00 p.m. at International Paper’s Des Plaines Container facility. You clock in, review prioritized work orders, and head to the line to run preventive checks. A photo eye signals intermittently—your multimeter confirms an I/O fault, and within minutes you’ve traced it to a loose connector. Later, you swap a gearbox on a conveyor and tweak an HMI screen so operators have clearer diagnostics. You’ll finish your shift knowing your craftsmanship kept people safe and product flowing.

Role overview

• Position: Mechanic/Electrician
• Classification: Hourly Full-Time
• Schedule: 2nd Shift, Monday–Friday, 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
• Pay: $46.54/hr + $0.22 shift differential
• Location: Des Plaines Container, 100 E. Oakton St., Des Plaines, IL

What you’ll tackle

• Carry out routine preventive maintenance and repairs on production machinery to maximize uptime.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns; diagnose and resolve issues to keep plant operations on track.
• Troubleshoot across industrial electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
• Read, manage, and complete maintenance work orders with accuracy and follow-through.

What you bring

• 3+ years in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• PLC troubleshooting, I/O diagnostics, and program changeouts.
• Hands-on experience with FactoryTalk or comparable HMI platforms.
• Knowledge of photo eyes, sensors, limit switches, and solenoids.
• Expertise repairing and troubleshooting conveyor systems and line controls.
• Strong mechanical aptitude: bearings, chains, sprockets, gearboxes.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems experience.
• Comfort with both high and low voltage.
• Skilled with a multimeter for rapid electrical diagnosis.
• Ability to occasionally lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly able to stand, walk, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch/crawl, and communicate effectively.

Benefits that back your craft

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

Grow your future

• Promotional opportunities
• Leadership development
• Professional development

Why your work matters

Join a company that’s been advancing sustainable practices for 120+ years—building a better future for people, the planet, and our business. You’ll quickly see why teammates are Proud to be IP.

Our culture

We foster safe, caring, and inclusive workplaces where diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are our strength. We’re committed to an environment where everyone is respected, valued, engaged, and able to do their best work. Bring your uniqueness, creativity, and safety mindset to our growing, inclusive team.

About International Paper

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We make corrugated packaging that protects and promotes goods and enables global commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue, and other personal care items that support health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues worldwide and operate across North America, Latin America, North Africa, and Europe. 2022 net sales were $21.2 billion. Learn more at InternationalPaper.com.

*International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• *International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com

(mailto:reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com)or (877) 973-3919.

Technical strengths we value

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Pneumatics Experience
• PLC Wiring Experience
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting