Journeyman Millwright: Precision Machinery Maintenance

Smurfit Westrock; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock's pulp and paper mill in Longview, WA is seeking a journey-level Millwright to maintain, repair and improve equipment used in paper production. You will read blueprints, use precision tools and perform welding to support uptime and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in industrial maintenance, an apprenticeship or equivalent, and strong self-motivation with the ability to work independently. A safe, collaborative environment is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years in industrial maintenance as a journey level Millwright; pulp and paper mill a plus.
• Formal apprenticeship or education preferred.
• Experience welding carbon and stainless steel.
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read technical documents and perform basic math.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to perform physically demanding tasks in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and schematics to determine work procedures for assembling, dismantling and overhauling machinery.
• Weld using arc welding and related processes.
• Use precision tools to align and measure equipment.
• Maintain, repair and improve equipment in pulp and paper processes.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Interact with management, engineering and vendors as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Carbon steel welding

Stainless steel welding

Reading technical documents

Basic math

Communication skills

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal apprenticeship

Tools

Veneer calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Levels

Gauge blocks

Laser alignment tooling

Job description

Smurfit Westrock's pulp and paper mill in Longview, WA is seeking a journey-level Millwright to maintain, repair and improve equipment used in paper production. You will read blueprints, use precision tools and perform welding to support uptime and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in industrial maintenance, an apprenticeship or equivalent, and strong self-motivation with the ability to work independently. A safe, collaborative environment is offered.