Electro-Mechanical Technician - Level 5

Smurfit-Westrock; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock seeks an Electro-Mechanical Tech - Level 5 for 3rd shift in Chesterfield, MO. You will maintain, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial mechanical and electrical equipment with emphasis on electrical controls.

Work with plant operations to ensure safe, reliable performance and quality service to customers. Requires 5+ years in electrical control troubleshooting and 2–3 years in mechanical/electrical repair, plus ability to read schematics and operate measuring tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5+ years wiring/electrical control troubleshooting experience.
• 2–3 years hands-on electrical/mechanical equipment maintenance.
• Ability to read mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical and mechanical equipment down to component level.
• Maintain power transmission, gear drives, and various motors and actuators.
• Install and repair conveyors, lifts, turns, and chain drives.
• Read schematics and service pneumatic, hydraulic, and fluid transfer systems.
• Perform planned maintenance, lubrication, and safety procedures as scheduled.
• Fabricate using basic tools and measuring instruments as needed.
• Use basic computer/email tools for maintenance communication and documentation.
• Support team goals through effective collaboration.

Skills

Electrical control systems

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Power transmission

Conveyor systems

Basic fabrication

Measuring instruments

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Military technical training

Tools

Calipers

Dial indicators

Power tools

Measuring instruments

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Job description

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

Locations

MO Chesterfield

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

08-Sep-2026

Relocation Support

No

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.

What You Need to Succeed

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.
• Knowledge of boiler principles and operations.

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