Shift Electrical Technician

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Georgia-Pacific in Darlington, SC is seeking qualified candidates to join our team as a Shift Electrical Technician!

Our Shift Electrical Technicians are an essential part of our manufacturing operations and will be primarily responsible for corrective and preventive maintenance of electronic & electrical systems associated with high volume manufacturing equipment (e.g., plate forming presses, automated packaging machinery, industrial printing presses, etc.).

This position will partner with our operating teams to troubleshoot, repair, and resolve equipment issues on shift and improve equipment reliability and uptime.

Our work environment is primarily indoors, in a climate controlled and clean environment.

This role will require lifting to 50lbs, standing for long periods of time, and working on a 12-hour rotating shift which will include work on both night and days shifts, weekends, holidays, and on overtime as needed.

Starting pay will be based on skill / experience and the successful candidate will be eligible for a $2/hr.

shift incentive on all hours worked.

This role is a full-time opportunity, and we offer excellent benefit packages, which in

Our Team

The Darlington Dixie® plant has been in operation for nearly 85 years and is one of the largest employers in Darlington County.

Owned by Georgia-Pacific, the site boasts more than 400 employees and produces plates, bowls, and other tableware products.

Affectionately known as "Dixie® Cup" by many in Darlington - the plant shifted its focus to exclusively making plates and bowls in 2020 as part of a $145 million facility upgrade and expansion project.

For nearly a century, we've created products that make lives easier.

From the first disposable paper cup to our strong and stylish modern plates, the history of Dixie® is one of bringing people together.

What You Will Do


* Responsible for using technical knowledge and craft skills to execute both planned and unplanned maintenance work on manufacturing assets (Printing presses, plate presses, conveyors, robots, automated case packing / stacking equipment, etc.) and other equipment / systems at the facility.


* Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical and/or controls problems in accordance with plant policies and procedures.


* Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair equipment failures and issues.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* High school diploma or GED


* Two (2) year electrical technical degree OR five (5) or more years of experience as an Industrial Electrician


* Experience with executing maintenance plans, procuring parts, and documenting work activities.


* Experience with single and 3-phase electrical repair and troubleshooting up to 480 volts.


* Experience reviewing, developing, and/or modifying work orders for all plant equipment and entering work orders into a facility maintenance system


* Experience troubleshooting electrical controls, PLCs, AC and DC motor contr...