Maintenance Tech B

Smurfit Westrock plc; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 40,323 - 57,430; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with HSA

401(k) with match

Paid vacation

Life Insurance

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock plc in Norcross, GA is seeking a Maintenance Tech B to support a fast-paced packaging facility. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and perform preventative maintenance while documenting with CMMS.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of industrial maintenance experience, a high school diploma, and PLC/electrical troubleshooting skills. This full-time role offers safety-focused culture and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college or technical training.
• Minimum 3 years experience in industrial maintenance.
• Strong commitment to safety in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support operation of a fast-paced packaging facility.
• Maintain, test, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine remedial actions.
• Restore equipment operation across manufacturing areas.
• Install, start-up, and shut down equipment following safety procedures.
• Maintain maintenance records and CMMS documentation.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Safety compliance

Electrical troubleshooting

Equipment diagnosis

CMMS usage

Precision measurement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with technical training

Tools

CMMS

PLC systems

Electrical testing instruments

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go‑to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Maintenance Tech B | 35.48/hr | 4p-4a

The Opportunity

• Support the operation of a fast‑paced packaging manufacturing facility.
• Maintain, test, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and determine remedial actions.
• Restore equipment operation in all manufacturing areas.
• Operate equipment such as Corrugator, Flexo Printers, Rotary Die Cutters, and Flexo Gluer’s.
• Install, start‑up, and shut down equipment following company safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and best practices.
• Inform management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers.
• Maintain maintenance records and performance documentation for identified equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance functions as directed, assist personnel with technical troubleshooting, and perform other duties as required.
• Exhibit a strong commitment to safety, work in a fast‑paced environment, and demonstrate eagerness to learn maintenance of complex machinery and advance within the company.

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock

• Ensure internal and external customers receive the quality, consistency, and responsiveness they deserve.
• Embrace the WestRock culture, based on values of integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.

What you need to succeed

• Ability to troubleshoot, schedule, and plan maintenance.
• Follow specific directions and perform other duties as assigned.
• Conserve maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Work safely, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and comply with all safety regulations.
• Have a thorough knowledge of electrical components and equipment, including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• Have PLC experience and be skilled in electrical troubleshooting, including drives and contactors.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for issues, and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective parts by dismantling devices; use hoists, cranes, hand, and power tools; examine form and texture of parts.
• Determine dimensional changes of parts by inspecting used parts with rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Provide maintenance information using CMMS.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Show flexibility to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent; some college or training in a technical field.
• Possess a proven minimum of 3 years experience in industrial maintenance.

Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college or technical training.
• Minimum 3 years experience in industrial maintenance.
• Strong commitment to safety and a fast‑paced work environment.
• Desire to learn maintenance of complex machinery and advance within the company.

Benefits

Benefit eligibility begins Day 1

• 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.
• A career with a global packaging company where sustainability, safety, and inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
• Medical with HSA.
• Mental Health.
• 401(k) with 5% company match.
• Paid vacation time & holidays.
• Life Insurance & AD&D.
• Short‑ & Long‑term Disability Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

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

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.