Maintenance Mechanic

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Mechanical Maintenance Technician-MILL

The successful Smurfit Westrock team member will be working in a 24/7 continuous manufacturing operation. Employees must comply with all safety regulations and practices. Smurfit Westrock is a team based environment. We offer a competitive benefits package; Hourly rates range from $39.30 to $44.55 (shift), health, life, dental and vision plans, 401(K), Pension and employee assistance program, paid Holidays & Vacation (1-3 weeks based on experience). Relocation ($5,000 net) offered to eligible candidates.

Mechanical

• Understanding of and experience with reading drawings, Bills of Materials, parts identification, planning and scheduling
• Determine work procedures to assemble, dismantle and overhaul machinery and equipment
• Work with a wide variety of precision tools
• Perform a variety of maintenance related tasks in connection with the maintenance, repair and/or improvement to equipment
• Able to troubleshoot, PM, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Laser align equipment, rebuild pumps, change machine bearings, operate cutting torch, weld plate and pipe, safely troubleshoot and repair hydraulic components, etc.
• Expertise with common paper mill equipment/components such as: conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, compressors, rolls bearings, seals, chains, sprockets, couplings, cylinders, valves, etc.
• Operate equipment such as hoists, cranes, fork-lifts, welding machines, burning rigs, etc.

What you need to succeed:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• 5+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Have a minimum of 2 years full-time or part-time work experience in the last 4 years
• Demonstrated the drive to achieve and have upward movement in various jobs
• Self-motivated desire to learn
• Capable of meeting physical requirements to include working weekends/holidays, around heat, noise, work inside/outside, etc.
• Has the mechanical, mathematical, and verbal aptitude to learn positions
• Proven record of performance
• Play by the rules and work well with others
• Able to complete and submit an employment application online
• Able to operate in heavy manufacturing site and work variable schedule and overtime as needed.

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.