Mechanic​/Electrician

Job Title

Mechanic/Electrician

3rd shift (3 p.m. to 11 p.m., Monday‑Friday)

$46.54 per hour + $0.26 shift differential

Des Plaines Container, 100

E. Oakton St., Des Plaines, IL

Industrial maintenance/electrician will perform routine preventive maintenance and repair of machines.

Troubleshoot emergency maintenance on machines as necessary to support plant operations.

Troubleshoot industrial, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical failures.

Read, manage, and perform work orders of required maintenance services.

• 3+ years in industrial manufacturing
• PLC troubleshooting, inputs/outputs, and changeouts of programs
• Experience with Factory Talk or similar HMI software
• Photo eyes, sensors, limit switches, and solenoids
• Repairing and troubleshooting conveyor systems (line controls)
• Mechanical systems (bearings, chains, sprockets, gearboxes)
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics
• High and low voltage
• Ability to operate a multimeter to diagnose a variety of electrical issues

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Frequently required to stand, walk, handle or feel objects with hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk or hear.

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans: 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.

• Promotional opportunities
• Leadership development
• Professional development

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 worldwide for more than 120 years.

International Paper promotes employee well‑being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members worldwide with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. 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.

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 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.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasona or (877) 973‑3919.