Maintenance Mechanic

Description

The Maintenance Mechanic at Smurfit Westrock is responsible for maintaining, evaluating, and repairing various systems and components within the manufacturing plant. This includes electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components, as well as welding and machining. The role involves applying knowledge of electrical/electronics and mechanical principles to determine equipment malfunctions and restore equipment to operation. The position provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of Manufacturing.

Requirements

• Pays between $28.71 and $40.14 based on skill set.
• Works 3-shift 8-hour crew.
• Has 12-hour shifts with 7 days off out of every 14 days, resulting in a 3-day weekend every other week and opportunities for overtime.
• Benefits include Health Savings Account, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Coverage, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, and Life Insurance.

Qualifications

• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Proven experience in the mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic fields.
• A thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment, including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• Computer experience and operation, as well as PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) operation.
• High degree of precision working with minimum tolerances required.
• Ability to climb in overhead structures, work beneath machines, and perform analysis and repair work in close quarters.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship program in a technical field is required.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles.
• Writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
• Installing, starting up, and shutting down equipment in compliance with company safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Advising operators and line mechanics on safe working practices with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Informing appropriate management and line mechanics about potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Maintaining Company-required Performance and Maintenance Records for identified equipment.
• Performing preventive maintenance functions as directed.
• Assisting maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.
• Assisting and training other maintenance and/or other technical level employees.

Benefits

• Health Savings Account
• Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance