Electrician

Electrician page is loaded## Electricianremote type: Onsitelocations: USA - TN - Chestnut Hill - D142time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-157713Position: Electrician Location: Chestnut Hill, TN Schedule: rotating 12-hour shifts; 4 on 4 off Hourly rate: $36.34From a small family business to a multi-billion dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.While reporting to the Engineer III, perform tasks and provide services to support the plant’s overall business plans and objectives as directed.What You’ll Be Doing:* Complies with established job safety practices, policies and procedures as specified in plant and corporate directives for the safe performance of the work assignment.* Supports and follows the SQF (Safe Quality Food) guidelines of the food safety system.* Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure work environment. This includes correcting unsafe acts/conditions, participating in monthly safety meetings, performing monthly safety inspections, and investigating accidents, as required.* Follows company policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), practices and Sonoco’s Global Code of Conduct.* Maintain electrical equipment such as gas mixers, burners, de-ionized water units, air compressors, plant air circulation systems, cooling and heating units, ultra sonic cleaners, waxers and plant lighting.* Troubleshoot, adjust, repair, and program all VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, motors and other related electrical equipment.* Perform preventative maintenance on assigned electrical systems and equipment.* Identify inefficiencies and potential electrical problems and coordinates through supervisor to resolve.* Supplies and maintains required hand tools.* May assist in the design, experimentation, and/or installation of all plant equipment or electrical production procedures.* Other duties as assigned.We’d love to hear from you if:* Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC programming & troubleshooting, HMI and industrial electrical networking.* Working knowledge of the following areas: all assigned equipment, multimeter, solid state circuitry, electronics, electrical-mechanical devices, transmission systems, interface units, AC/DC motors, wiring diagrams and schematics.* Basic knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC).* Thorough understanding of the operating principles of all assigned equipment, i.e., electrical test equipment, hand tools, etc. and the ability to use logic to troubleshoot equipment.* Interpersonal and communication skills.* Signode strapper, Videojet and Domino printers, computers, and Microsoft Office preferred.* Knowledge of hazardous material handling, working in confined spaces and other safety practices preferred.* Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and sit/stand for extended periods of time* Ability to wear appropriate safety glasses, hearing protection, clothing, and footwear in appropriate areas and follow safety practices.* <5% Travel* Broad training in a related field, usually acquired through a technical school or through equivalent electrical/electronics work experience required.* Associate’s Degree preferred.* 2 years of job-related experience preferred.At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *\*Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.***Benefits*** Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options* 401(k) retirement plan with company match* Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services* Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family* Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance* Tuition reimbursementWe are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.[](blob: in 1899, Sonoco (NYSE: SON) is a global leader in value-added, sustainable metal and fiber consumer and industrial packaging. The Company is now a multi-billion-dollar enterprise with approximately 22,500 employees working in 270 operations in 40 countries, serving some of the world’s best-known brands. Guided by our purpose of *Better Packaging. Better Life.*, we strive to foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence to provide solutions that better serve all our stakeholders and support a more sustainable future. Sonoco was proudly named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek. #J-18808-Ljbffr