Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

WestRock Company; Deer Park (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable packaging solutions is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for their Deer Park facility. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repair tasks across various systems, ensuring operational efficiency and safety within the workplace. Ideal candidates possess a strong technical background and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Required to have certifications beyond high school.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic fields.
• Willingness to work any shift and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical/electronic equipment.
• Installs and maintains equipment following safety procedures.
• Performs preventive maintenance and assists other personnel.

Skills

Mechanical proficiency

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Education

Educational certification through a tech or trade school

Tools

Special instruments for diagnostic purposes

Job description

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.

Maintenance Mechanic

Shift: 2nd shift

Pay: $33.45 - $42.18

How you will impact WestRock:

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gages and test equipment.
• Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic 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 will need to succeed:

• Must be educationally certified through a tech or trade school beyond High School
• Must be highly safety conscious.
• Proven experience in the electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields are required and the ability to demonstrate high proficiency in these areas.
• A thorough knowledge of electrical/ electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• Willing to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Computer experience/operation and PLC programming are necessary.
• 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 willing to obtain High Pressure Black Seal boiler operators license after probationary period

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.