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Drive PLC Technician

Description: 

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

 

Position Title: 

Drive/PLC Technician

 

 

Pay Rate:

$38.76 - $46.56

 

 

 

Category/Shift:

Hourly Full-Time

 

 

Physical Location:

Mansfield Mill

1202 Highway 509

Mansfield, LA 71104

318-872-5100

 

 

The Job You Will Perform:

The Drive/PLC Specialist is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of industrial control systems, including AC/DC drives, motors, PLCs, HMIs, and motor management systems.

 Key Responsibilities: 

Maintenance & Troubleshooting 

  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on AC and DC drives, motors, and control systems. 
  • Diagnose and repair faults in PLCs, HMIs, and motor management systems. 
  • Utilize diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve system issues. 
  • Support predictive maintenance efforts using vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and motor diagnostics. 

System Integration & Optimization 

  • Install, configure, and commission drive and PLC systems in new and existing equipment. 
  • Tune drive parameters for optimal motor performance and process efficiency. 
  • Integrate control systems with plant-wide automation platforms and DCS systems. 

Programming & Configuration 

  • Develop and modify PLC programs using ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagrams. 
  • Configure drive systems for torque control, speed regulation, and load sharing in multi-motor applications. 
  • Configure communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus) between control devices. 
  • Maintain and update HMI screens for operator interaction and process monitoring. 

Process Support 

  • Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to improve machine uptime and product quality. 
  • Analyze system performance data to identify trends and recommend improvements. 
  • Provide technical support during shutdowns, startups, and capital projects. 

Documentation & Compliance 

  • Maintain accurate records of system configurations, wiring diagrams, and software backups. 
  • Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards (NFPA 70E, OSHA), and company policies. 
  • Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

 

 

The Skills You Will Bring: 

  • Five (5) years of Indsustrial Electrical/Instrumentation Maintenance Experience
  • Experience with and troubleshooting skills for Variable Frequency Drives and Control Systems (DCS, PLCs)
  • Strong safety focus and troubleshooting skills
  • Works well with others and able to work in a team-based environment
  • Willing to work flexible hours, which could include accepting callouts and working overtime on short notice
  • Continued advancement in Drives and PLCs is expected.

 

Competencies include:

  • Action Oriented
  • Drive for Results
  • Organizing
  • Timely Decision Making
  • Customer Focus
  • Time Management
  • Self-Development
  • Technical Learning

 

 

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

  • Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
  • Retirement and 401k Matching Program
  • Medical & Dental
  • Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
  • Life & Disability Insurance

 

 

The Career You Will Build:

  • Leadership training
  • Promotional opportunities

 

 

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 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. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly 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 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

 

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 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 reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.
Mansfield  LA  71052

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Location: 

MANSFIELD, LA, US, 71052

Category:  Hourly Job
Date:  Dec 10, 2025

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