Maintenance Associate

Smurfit Westrock; Joplin, Northern (MO, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Missouri seeks a Maintenance Associate to perform diversified duties installing and maintaining production machines and facility equipment. You will follow safety policies and SQF rules while supporting a safe, productive plant environment.

The role requires advanced mechanical/technical skills, ability to work across all plant areas, and proficiency with fittings, welding, and basic fabrication.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate has advanced mechanical and technical skills.
• They must work effectively with all plant areas and understand the entire manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Respond with urgency to emergency calls/work orders and plan/execute them.
• Inspect, identify and repair complex mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Repair piping systems and assemble hoses with fittings; basic fabrication and welding.
• Follow prints and maintain production machines; read manuals and work orders.
• Diagnose problems, replace parts, test, and adjust; use hand and power tools.
• Troubleshoot and repair other electrical equipment to reduce downtime.
• Perform duties safely per codes, regulations, and plant policies.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Machining

Hydraulic

Pneumatic

Troubleshooting

Welding

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fork Lift Certification

Pallet Jack Certification

Job description

Job Description and Essential Functions

Department: Maintenance Job Title: Maintenance Associate

Education Requirement(s): High School Diploma or equivalent

Summary: Performs maintenance functions by performing diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the facilities equipment. Follow general safety and compliance with all workplace rules, policies and procedures, i.e. SQF, safety, etc.

Essential Functions:

Responsibilities include responding with urgency to emergency calls/work orders, plan and execute assigned work orders. Inspect, identify, and repair complex mechanical/electrical equipment. Repairing and maintaining piping systems and assembling hoses with fittings, Basic fabrication and welding and ability to follow prints. Perform mechanic skills including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines. Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service. Diagnose problems and replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments. Use a variety of hand and power tools, and material handling equipment in performing duties. Troubleshooting and repairing other electrical equipment that maintains production, Safety, quality, output, and reduces downtime on production lines in accordance with codes, regulations, and specifications.Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Qualification / Requirement:

The ideal candidate must have advance mechanical and technical skills. Must be able to work effectively with all areas of the plant and a have a thorough understanding of our entire manufacturing process.

Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, safety toe shoes, Arc Flash protective wear, earplugs, cut-resistant gloves, hairnet, and beard net if necessary.

• Written/Verbal Communications Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with others.
• Computer Skills:Must have basic knowledge of Windows based software.
• Technical Skills: Electrical, mechanical, machining, hydraulic, pneumatic, trouble shooting, welding.
• Leadership skills: Ability to effectively lead a team and be self- driven.
• Arc Flash
• Machine Maintenance
• Pallet Jack Certification
• Fork Lift Certification

Physical Requirements: This position must meet the physical demands set forth by Occumed through the WorkSteps program.

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