Maintenance Technician

Description

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC – Sioux City, IA
Schedule & Expectations: 12-hour night shift (6 PM – 6 AM), 3 days on and 2 days off. Training is on day shift (Mon–Fri, 6 AM – 4 PM for first month). Open to overtime and schedule flexibility required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production machinery is functioning correctly and efficiently
• Perform preventative maintenance on all machinery
• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic, compressor, and vacuum systems
• Have a working knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers, AC/DC motors and controls
• Assemble, install and fabricate equipment as needed (welding will be required)
• Ability to work with steam and boiler controls and mechanical power drives
• Ability to assist support staff to ensure inventory counts are accurate
• Ability to submit timely and accurate paperwork
• Participation in Safety Reviews, Safety Training, and Safety Audits under the direction of plant management
• Willingness to participate in a maintenance training program that is provided and required

Qualifications

• Must have 2-3 years of successful electrical troubleshooting and repair experience, and be able to operate small machinery (lathe, drill press, welding equipment)
• Must have at least one full year of mechanical troubleshooting and repair experience
• Able to commence and continue specific courses of action with urgency
• Maintain positive relationships with plant management, supervisors, office, and operational employees
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50-100 pounds multiple times throughout the day
• Willingness to work all shifts as business needs fluctuate
• Willingness to fully cross-train in other technical areas of maintenance
• Proven experience demonstrating dependability and timeliness with assignments, tasks, and responsibilities
• History of excellent attendance is a must
• Excellent Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite

What We Offer

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

Must Be Willing To

• Work any shift

Starting Pay

$27.75 - $36.23 depending on qualifications

What We Offer

• Must be willing to work any shift

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by state or federal law. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.