Electro-Mechanical Tech - Level 5 (3rd Shift)

Smurfit Westrock; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical and mechanical systems on-site. You will work with plant operations to ensure safe, reliable equipment and high-quality output for customers.

The role requires strong electrical control knowledge, hands-on experience with conveyors and power transmission, and the ability to read schematics. Safety, teamwork, and flexibility are essential for success at Smurfit Westrock.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of experience troubleshooting industrial electrical control systems.
• Two to three years hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of power transmission, conveyors, pneumatic, hydraulic, and fluid-transfer systems.
• Ability to read mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical schematics.
• Basic fabrication skills and safe use of measuring instruments and power hand tools.
• Basic computer and email skills.
• Ability to work independently, flexible hours, overtime.
• Commitment to safety and Smurfit Westrock values.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial mechanical and electrical equipment, including control systems down to component level.
• Maintain and repair power transmission equipment and motors.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair transfer systems like conveyors and lifts.
• Read schematics and service pneumatic, hydraulic, and fluid-transfer systems.
• Complete planned maintenance inspections and repairs according to schedule with PPE and safety procedures.
• Perform basic fabrication using tools and measuring devices.
• Support maintenance communication via computer/email and teamwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Maintenance leadership.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Reading schematics

Fabrication basics

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Measuring instruments

Conveyors/gear drives

Job description

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The Opportunity

When you join Smurfit Westrock, you will be joining a team that creates sustainable paper and packaging solutions that help move the world forward. In this multi-craft role, you will maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial mechanical and electrical equipment, with an emphasis on electrical components and controls. You will work closely with plant operations and maintenance team members to support safe, reliable equipment performance, product quality, and outstanding service to our customers.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial mechanical and electrical equipment, including electrical control systems down to the component level.
• Maintain and repair power transmission equipment, including gear drives, three-phase motors, servo motors, hydraulic motors, and pneumatic motors.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair transfer systems, including conveyors, lifts, turntables, and chain drives.
• Read schematics and service pneumatic, hydraulic, and fluid-transfer systems, including pumps, shutoffs, flow-control sensors, pressure sensors, and temperature sensors.
• Complete planned maintenance inspections, lubrication, and repairs according to the assigned schedule while following required PPE, lockout/tagout, and safety pre-check procedures.
• Perform basic fabrication using assembly instructions, tape measures, calipers, dial indicators, and power tools such as drills, grinders, sanders, and drill presses.
• Use basic computer and email tools to support maintenance communication and documentation, and contribute to plant goals through effective teamwork.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, or other members of the leadership team.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least five years of experience troubleshooting industrial electrical control systems down to the component level.
• At least two to three years of hands-on experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing industrial mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Working knowledge of power transmission, conveyor and transfer, pneumatic, hydraulic, and fluid-transfer systems.
• Ability to read mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical schematics.
• Basic fabrication skills and the ability to safely use measuring instruments and power hand tools.
• Basic computer and email skills.
• Ability to work independently, work flexible hours, and work overtime as required.
• Commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, continuous improvement, and Smurfit Westrock values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect.

Preferred Qualifications

• Military technical training, technical school education, or other relevant industrial maintenance training.
• Experience in corrugated packaging or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Welding skills.
• Knowledge of boiler principles and operations.

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