Inland Empire Paper Company, operating in Millwood Washington since 1911, strives to be the industry leading custom ground-wood paper supplier through highly efficient production methods, first-in-class customer service, and market defining employee capabilities.

Inland Empire Paper Company offers its team members competitive compensation, industry leading health benefits, 401(k) with employer match, education reimbursement program, vacation time, 13 paid holidays, and much more! This is a full time, hourly, union position that works a rotating 4 day work week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Install, start-up, test, inspect, repair, program, tune, maintain and calibrate analog and digital field devices such as pressure, level, temperature, pH instruments, hydraulic and pneumatic operations, motor controls, PLC, DCS, valves, actuators, robotics, communication and other equipment related to pulp and paper mill operations.   

SKILLS

• Outstanding troubleshooting, communication and interpersonal skills; good manual dexterity
• Good reading comprehension; read and understand blueprints, schematics, and engineering specifications; read and interpret technical manuals
• Experienced in using industrial hand tools and power tools
• Excellent computer skills
• Familiarity with National Electric Code a plus
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Working experience in process industrial instrumentation; knowledge of basic industrial communication protocols
• Working knowledge and troubleshooting of DCS, PLC control logic, drives and power distribution. 
• May perform duties in other job classifications as directed.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s degree in Instrumentation-electrical technology or vocational certificate in electrical/electronic discipline or related technical field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years experience in instrumentation
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to pass physical capabilities test (including but not limited to lifting and carrying 70 lbs) and demonstrate physical ability to perform essential functions of this job including work in industrial/manufacturing environment (climbing ladders, walking distances, working at heights on platforms, work in tight or close spaces, etc)
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, drug test, and alcohol test
• Must participate in on-call rotation schedule
• Non-smoking, drug-free workplace operating 24/365

Qualified individuals are requested to upload their resume and cover letter. Your application to this posting is deemed to be your consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment. Privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information are respected. Thank you to all applicants for your interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. IEP is a smoke-free and drug-free production facility operating 24/365.

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