Automation Technician

Are you a mechanically/electrically inclined person who enjoys working in a team environment to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues? If so, we may have just the opportunity for you!

Georgia-Pacific's Consumer Products mill in Palatka, FL is seeking a qualified individual to consider for the role of Automation Technician supporting the operations of our Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) system in the Palatka, Retail facility. This position will be a part of a dynamic work team and report to the Palatka Automation leader.

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific's Palatka Mill is a manufacturing site for the company's well-known consumer products business. More than 1000 employees produce a wide range of products for the consumer business, including Angel Soft® bath tissue, Sparkle® paper towels, Brawny® paper towels, as well as other private label products.

The mill is the largest employer in the community and is engaged in supporting community outreach, workforce development and education. The area is a sportsman's paradise with world-class fishing that is bounded on the east by the St. Johns River, which provides such recreation as brackish water fishing and boating.

What You Will Do

• Assess hazards and associated risk for mitigation and creating environment where Zero SIFs occur.
• Complete regularly scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM's) on time and per AGV Platform requirements.
• Provide corrective maintenance - including Root Cause Analysis
• Effectively provide feedback/training to Operational and Reliability members of the local Palatka team.
• Use tools and data to predict when maintenance is preformed
• Ensure Asset Strategies are being executed and provide feedback to AGV Platform when changes are needed.
• Track issues/repairs and utilize escalation process as defined by the AGV platform support team
• Work collaboratively with other internal resources to engage Advanced Automation Team when needed
• Ensuring that entire fleet of AGVs are available for use to ensure that production is not interrupted
• Take proactive steps to improve functionality of the AGVs and AGV system related issues

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience applying Basic PLC knowledge & troubleshooting
• Two (2) year degree or higher with an Electronic or Mechanical Technology focus, OR five (5) or more years of electrical/mechanical maintenance or troubleshooting experience
• Experience applying basic electrical and mechanical principles, motors, drivers, belts, bearings, safety sensors, etc.
• Experience in operations and equipment maintenance or manufacturing engineering
• Willingness to learn specific skills required to maintain and operate Automated Guided Vehicle

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with maintenance and/or operation of Automated Guided Vehicles
• Experience providing technical service across multiple locations
• Experience with electrical safe work practices - NFPA 70-E Electrical Safety
• Experience applying Root Cause Analysis techniques
• Experience with troubleshooting hydraulic systems
• Experience with SAP Products and understanding of computer related tasks

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day -to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf