Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician

Job Description 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.

MULTI-CRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – Seward, NE

$25.95-$35.69/hr (DOE)

1st shift 

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As a WestRock Maintenance Mechanic you will: 

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 

• Ability to read and understand blue prints 

• 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 

• Must provide own tools (specialty tools provided by the Company) 

What you need to succeed: 

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 

• Heavy lifting, ability to lift/push/pull  multiple times throughout the day 

• Must be willing 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 

Education: 

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required 

• An Associate's degree in electrical field is , but not required 

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 are business drivers and foundational elements of daily work. 

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