Maintenance Mechanic

Smurfit Westrock; Salinas (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join their team in Salinas, CA. The role involves maintaining, testing, and repairing various systems, while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a demonstrated background in mechanical and electrical systems. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic fields.
• Experience in electrical troubleshooting.
• High degree of precision working with minimum tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical equipment.
• Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records.
• Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.

Skills

Mechanical proficiency

Electrical troubleshooting

Computer operation

Precision work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Base pay range

$36.26/hr - $38.76/hr

General Information

Job ID

ATR52419

Posting Job Title

Maintenance Mechanic

Locations

CA Salinas

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

12-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.

Location: Salinas, 1078 Merrill Street, CA 93901

Multi-Craft Technician

Rate: $36.26 - $38.76

Career Opportunity

The Mulit-Craft Technician maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components, welding and machining a plus. Applies knowledge of electrical/electronics 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.

How You Will Impact WestRock

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical equipment.
• Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.
• Advises operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Informs appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.
• Assists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting. Assists and trains other maintenance and/or other technical level employees.
• Performs other duties as required.
  
  

What You Need To Succeed

• Proven experience in the mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas.
• Experience in electrical troubleshooting.
• Computer experience/operation and PLC required.
• High degree of precision working with minimum tolerances required.
• Ability to climb in overhead structures, to work beneath machines and in close quarters performing analysis and repair work.
• Must be highly safety conscious.
• High school diploma or its equivalent required.
  
  

What We Offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential for advancement.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
  
  

The starting rate for this position is $36.26 - $38.76, depending on your role, level and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentives, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number or programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process.

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

  Manufacturing and Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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