Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

WestRock Company; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable packaging is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician in Chesterfield. The role involves conducting maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems while emphasizing safety and operational integrity. Candidates should possess a strong problem-solving ability and the aptitude to work on automated machinery, ensuring equipment runs optimally. Excellent benefits and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of Electro-Mechanical troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of automated industrial machinery and electrical controls.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot low voltage circuits and hydraulic systems.
• Use CMMS for work orders and recordkeeping.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem Solving

Electrical Aptitude

Mechanical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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General Information

Job ID

ATR47014

Posting Job Title

Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Locations

MO Chesterfield

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

18-Jun-2025

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

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.

Summary

The Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician will have complete involvement in routine or emergency maintenance as well as corrective, preventive, predictive maintenance and care for all electrical and mechanical equipment and their related controls. In this role you will maintain, test and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components. Possessing welding and machining skills is a plus. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation. Provides skilled mechanical and electrical/electronic support to all areas of manufacturing for the unionized plant. Position will be on an off shift.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance procedures on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment on a scheduled basis; Inspects belts, gearboxes, chains, bearings, etc.
• Troubleshooting of low voltage circuits, analog devices, VFDs, and motor control circuitry to obtain a root cause of failures.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and devices to determine faults and failures.
• Regular repair and maintenance are required in non-production areas including the warehouse, design lab, building, and grounds.
• Uses CMMS system for work order implementation, recordkeeping of daily activities, and planned projects.
• Functional an operational knowledge, troubleshooting, and repair of low voltage circuits, analog devices, VFDs, and motor control circuitry to obtain a root cause of failures.
• Functional and operational knowledge, troubleshooting, repair, and maintaining of line voltage(120, 240, 277, and 480) equipment, including switches, power supplies, motors, drives and associated controls.
• Drive and PLC troubleshooting, problem solving and installation.
• Experience with RS Logix, RS5000 and other drive interfaces software is a plus.
• Performs preventive maintenance procedures on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment on a scheduled basis; Inspects belts, gearboxes, chains, bearings, etc.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, and devices to determine faults and failures. Regular repair and maintenance are required in non-production areas including the warehouse, design lab, building, and grounds.
  
  

Requirements

• 2 - 5 years of Electro-Mechanical troubleshooting experience with focus on electrical/electronic preferred.
• An operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery which includes drives, PLC’s, VFD’s servos, relays, 3 phase power, communication devices, industrial / electronic controls and power transmission systems. Also, will require familiarity with motors, pumps, gear boxes, chains etc.
• A strong electrical aptitude for drive and PLC trouble shooting.
• Strong problem-solving ability of mechanical and electrical systems.
• A good understanding of heavy rotating equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Must be able to read and interpret both electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Must be computer literate with Microsoft environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a mature and respectful professional manner.
• Ability to work various shifts / overtime / days per week.
  
  

What We Offer

• Shifts Available: 2nd shift 3pm - 11pm and 3rd shift 11pm - 7am, 8-hour shifts
• Union shop
• Safety is #1 Priority
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance + Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with company match, and Pension Program
• Overtime Potential
• Career Development Opportunities
• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
  
  

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

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit 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 federal, state or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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