Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time (7AM- 3PM, 3PM-11PM, 11PM-7AM) Weekends and overtime as required.

Physical Location: Putnam Container 175 Park Road Putnam, CT 06260

The Job You Will Perform:

• Following all safety rules, policies and practices
• Performing preventive maintenance activities such as lubricating, measuring wear, measuring positions, repositioning components and observing operations to determine proper functions
• Performing emergency/breakdown maintenance as necessary to support plant operations
• Ability to use multi-meter(s) to test electrical circuits, components, etc. using DC or AC voltage
• Ability to read and understand electrical block diagrams and wiring schematics
• Ability to exchange motors, gearboxes, sheaves, sprockets, belts, chains, etc. with proper alignment upon assembly
• Fully understand functions of limit and proximity switches and their effects to PLC's
• Ability to troubleshoot AC and DC drive systems to determine cause of faults or failures
• Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic systems controlled by switches or PLC's
• Ability to troubleshoot pneumatic systems from solenoids, switches, valves, etc.
• Knowledge with conveyor system and their operations
• Familiar with a diverse range of hand tools and their operations such as grinders, drills, reciprocating saws, etc.
• Self-motivated, able to follow through to completion with assigned responsibilities
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in respect to the "5-S Program"
• Ability to openly communicate
• Ability to effectively work with internal customers in the facility to maintain a strong working relationship between production employees and maintenance employees

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Technical experience and reliability

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

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.

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.