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Job Title


Electronic Technician


Company : Pactiv Evergreen Inc.


Location : Kalamazoo, MI


Created : 2025-11-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

NOW HIRING Electronic Technicians at our Manchester Road location in Kalamazoo, MI!ROLE: To provide electrical and electronics support to the manufacturing facility to maximize safety, quality, and production uptime.Pay Range: $35.88 to $43.16 - Based on ExperienceShift/Hours: Days - 6:00AM to 3:00PM (Monday - Friday)Overtime is guaranteed and at your discretionBenefits:Medical, Dental, VisionPrescription drug coverage401K with a company matchNew Hire Wellness Bonus (see plan details)Healthcare and Dependent day care flexible spending accountsCorporate discounts#INELECKEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:Safety:Knowledge of electrical safetyLOTOPPEArc flash ratings and boundariesKnowledge of fall protection safetyKnowledge of PIT safetyCommunication/Teamwork:Ability to work a 12-hour shiftAbility to work in a lean organization, work with a variety of people from different departments dailyAbility to communicate effectively and work closely and productively as part of a cross-functional teamAbility to create and/or exhibit an atmosphere of openness, honesty, trust, and teamworkAbility to multi-task and prioritize as needed without loss of effectiveness and composureREQUIRED Technical Knowledge:Must have knowledge of safety circuits and systemsMust have knowledge of building facilities power distribution, switchgear, and lightingMust have general knowledge of industrial electrical and machine controlsMust be able to read electrical and controls schematics and redline them, if necessaryBe familiar with the basic components of a PLC system; rack, power supply, CPU, and I/O cardsDC motor & drive experienceVFD experience; primarily with ABB and Allen-BradleyServo drive experience; primarily with Rexroth/IndramatControls experience; PID controllers, RTDs, thermocouples, control valves, pressure transmitters, and weigh cellsBasic PC skills. MS Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience with SAP and Maintenance Connection a plusMust understand and be able to make calculations based on Ohms Law & Watts LawGeneral:Journeyman electrical license, minimum; Master electrical license is preferred5 years of experience in manufacturing electrical & controls maintenance preferredCompleted the 2023 NEC Code updateTroubleshoot manufacturing equipment electrical problems and identifying and then eliminating the root causeTeam oriented with qualities capable of working with others and sharing technical informationWork on small projects as time permitsWill be trained on and able to operate a scissor lift or boom lift and work at heightsWill be trained on and able to operate a PITCreate work orders and enter job time entry (JTE) for themAttend daily meetings and discuss electrical problems and issues with the manufacturing equipmentPactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to, selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual, who because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company’s application process should a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer. * THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies.