Electrician 1

General Information

Job ID
ATR57443

Posting Job Title
Electrician 1

Locations
FL Fernandina Beach Container

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
28-Jan-2026

Relocation Support
No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

• Comply with the safety regulations set by Smurfit Westrock, OSHA, and NFPA70E. Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Adhere to company requirements, rules and procedures including but not limited to all safety rules and guidelines. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes regardless of level, position or tenure and for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies of Smurfit Westrock.
• Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes regardless of level, position or tenure and are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.
• Perform on highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and
  the plant facility's equipment
• Perform on emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during
  production and PMs
• Perform mechanic duties and responsibilities as needed.
• Perform as needed mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines
• Perform electrical skills including, but not limited to, basic electrical troubleshooting,
• uploading PLC programs, saving PLC programs, changing PLC programs as needed,
  programming VFD's, programming drives, running conduit and power to new
  equipment, replacing electrical hardware
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and PLC programs
• The ability to identify the need for external support, be able to communicate with OEM technicians over the phone to support troubleshooting and/or repairs needed.
• Diagnose mechanical (as needed) and electrical problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities
• Be proficient in operation and use of a multi-meter.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Being proactive with reporting any unusual situations to proper supervision
• Be able to lead by example and help junior electricians as needed
• Perform all other duties as needed or assigned
• Fluent in English
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus
• 5 + years manufacturing experience preferably in a paper converting/corrugated
  environment
• Knowledge of basic tools, power tools, electrical meters, pneumatic blue print
  reading, hydraulic blue print reading, and electrical schematic reading
• Knowledge in the following programs: Lenz Global, RS logic 5,500 and 5,000,
  Workshop 505, Siemens Step 7, B&R Automation Studio
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment
• Good interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, detail orientated and self-motivated individual (proactive attitude)
• Lean Management
• Ability to perform mechanical troubleshooting as needed
• Ability to perform basic electrical troubleshooting
• Ability to deal with various situations in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• To successfully perform the essential functions of this role. It requires the ability to: stand occasionally, walk frequently, frequent use of hands (reach with hands and arms), view computer monitor, use telephone, speak and listen frequently. The role requires occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will encounter noise level typical of that of an office with computers, phones, printers, and light traffic. May encounter frequent interruptions throughout the day. May be required to work in a confined area and sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

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

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.