Packaging Corporation of America
E&I Mechanic
4585 Industrial Dr, Jackson, AL 36545-3413
On-site · $34.21/hr (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 5, 2026
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Responsibilities:
- Ensuring proper operation of all electrical/control system components including electronic components, motors, solenoids, limit switches, programmable logic control (PLC) I/O modules and photo-eye sensors
- Troubleshooting, problem solving and resolving issues at machine centers and throughout the production facility
- Performing high level electrical audits and adjustments per original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications
- Working as a team with Supervisors, Maintenance team members, and Operations to plan, procure and document activities for the enhancement of electrical and instrumentation maintenance within the facility
- Mentoring and sharing knowledge with other technicians on maintenance and troubleshooting of PLCs, instrumentation, and controls
- Performing preventative and predictive maintenance to ensure quality and production goals are met
- Applying all applicable codes, regulations, reliability strategies, corporate and OEM standards
- Working with the Maintenance team to improve operations productivity and quality by anticipating and eliminating potential delays through planning, and coordination of labor, parts, material, tools and equipment access
- Reviewing, developing and/or modifying work orders for all plant equipment
- Contacting vendors and manufacturers as needed for support in resolving issues
- Assisting in the development and implementation of reliability centered maintenance strategies
- Ability and willingness to work shift work and weekends
Basic Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED.
- 2 years electrical and instrument experience in heavy industrial industry, construction or military. Currently working as E&I mechanic/technician. (A two year degree in Industrial Electricity & Instrumentation can be used to meet part of the experience requirements.)
- Strong commitment to safety required.
Tests and Board Interview:
Those selected to go through the PCA hiring process will be asked to take a series of five written tests and take part in a structured board interview.
The five written tests are all timed and involve:
Basic mechanical principles
Basic arithmetic skills
The ability to visualize three-dimensional figures
The ability to compare numbers or patterns quickly and accurately
Basic verbal ability
The interview will be conducted by a four-person board and involves a review of each candidate’s:
Work history
Achievements and accomplishments
Knowledge and skill acquisition
Interpersonal skills and helpfulness
Task related likes and dislikes
Physical demands experienced on previous jobs