As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People • Customers • Trust

At PCA, youll find the best people in the industry operating in a "golden rule" culture. We actively promote mutually rewarding relationships with each other and our customers by advocating respect for every individual, ethical and fair practices, and the highest standards in what we say and do. PCA, Richland, is proud to have a highly skilled and experienced team leading the way. The facility located on Kingsgate Way was built in 2019, began operations in 2020 and has consistently led the Company in safety and production efficiencies.

We are looking to continue building a high-performance maintenance team. Our Maintenance Mechanic/Electrician Technician salary is based on skills, knowledge and experience. The maintenance classifications rates range between $34.30/hr. to $49.66/hr.

PCA provides a competitive benefits package; including but not limited to:

• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k
• Gainshare
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Long & short-term disability
• Stipends for safety shoes & glasses
• Technicians supply their own basic hand tools. PCA provides all special and heavy tools.
• PCA provides training hours to help technicians advance through the progressive skill levels and achieve higher pay
• 50 cent shift differentials
• Stipend for gym memberships
• Uniforms are provided for Maintenance Technicians

EXPLANATION:

• Employees (and their dependents) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance coverage, subject to applicable waiting periods.
• Employees are:
• Automatically enrolled in PCAs 401k retirement plan at the time of hire.
• Front-loaded with 48 hours of paid time off after completing 90 days of employment.
• Eligible for 11 holidays after completing 30 days worked.
• Reimbursed up to $150 for safety shoes after completing their introductory period.
• Eligible for up to $35 per month for monthly fitness memberships.
• Shift differential for swing and graveyard shifts.
• Annual gainshare up to 10 percent of 11-month earnings

If you want to be part of an exceptional team with competitive pay and benefits package, please apply at www.careers.packagingcorp.com

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect and test electromechanical equipment to find faults and ensure proper operation
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Troubleshoot AC/DC circuits, motor, controllers and mechanical components
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on industrial systems
• Document all work, service records, repairs and equipment configurations accurately
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to improve machine uptime and reliability

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree or technical certification in mechatronics, electro-mechanics, industrial maintenance or a related field (equivalent work experience will also be accepted)
• Proficiency is using precision measuring tools to calibrate, troubleshoot and rebuild complex machines
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting
• Strong working knowledge of electrical test equipment (such as multimeters and oscilloscopes)
• Solid understanding of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems
• Basic understanding of PLC's
• Good communication skills and the ability to work safely with minimal supervision
• Good computer skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Willingness to work any shift, overtime and weekends as needed
• Must be able to progress through our training process to A mechanic within 36 months
• Must be authorized to work in the US
• Must be passionate about safety

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to acquire and/or retain a multi-craft skill set. The candidate must be able to acquire the skills of both mechanic and electrician.
• Willingness and ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with coworkers.
• Ability to work alone and in a team environment.
• Ability to learn quickly and with attention to detail.
• Willingness and ability to work in manufacturing environment with varying temperatures.
• Must be capable of recognizing sounds of moving equipment and machinery for safety purposes and identifying machine issues.
• Willingness to work with constant noise at a level requiring the use of hearing protection

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Starting salary for position: $34.30/hr. to $49.66/hr.

• Bonus: Annual - Based upon achievement of plant performance metrics.

• Paid Vacation: Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year.

• Paid Holidays.

• Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision - and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.

• Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.

• Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA's good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates must apply online at www.careers.packagingcorp.com