Maintenance Mechanic – PLC & Electrical Expert (3rd Shift)

Smurfit Westrock; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off after 1 year

Paid holidays

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Dayton, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the 3rd shift. The role focuses on troubleshooting and repairing a range of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, with emphasis on safety and uptime. Training and mentorship of team members are part of the job.

The position offers competitive hourly pay and requires flexibility for overtime and various shift schedules. A tech/trade certification and hands-on PLC experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be educated with a tech or trade school certification beyond high school.
• Proven experience in electrical/electronics, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields.
• Willing to work any shift and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including programmable controls, numerals, power supplies, drives, gauges and test equipment.
• Plans and performs work with knowledge of electrical/electronic/mechanical theories, standards and safety codes.
• Installs, starts up and shuts down equipment following safety procedures and OSHA requirements.
• Advises operators and line mechanics on safe operation procedures and requirements.
• Informs management and line mechanics of potential problems and dangers.
• Maintains maintenance records for identified equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance as directed.
• Assists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.
• Assists and trains other maintenance staff.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Electrical/electronic

Mechanical

Hydraulic

Pneumatic

PLC programming

Safety conscious

Technical certification

Education

Technical or trade school certification

Tools

Diagnostic instruments

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Dayton, NJ is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the 3rd shift. The role focuses on troubleshooting and repairing a range of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, with emphasis on safety and uptime. Training and mentorship of team members are part of the job.

The position offers competitive hourly pay and requires flexibility for overtime and various shift schedules. A tech/trade certification and hands-on PLC experience are preferred.