Maintenance Tech I 1st Shift

Smurfit-Westrock; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Winston-Salem, NC to support a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility. The role requires diagnosing and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and applying electrical principles to identify and fix equipment issues.

The ideal candidate will have mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial setting, knowledge of electrical systems, and PLC programming skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Mechanical maintenance experience in industrial/manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of electrical/mechanical principles and troubleshooting.
• Experience with PLC programming is a plus.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions in mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using test equipment and hand tools.
• Inspect equipment to identify hazards, defects, and necessary repairs for safety and code compliance.
• Disassemble and reassemble machinery; perform mechanical or electrical repairs as needed.
• Calibrate or adjust equipment to specifications; install or replace meters and control devices.
• Repair industrial material handling equipment and basic electrical systems; weld and fabricate as required.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

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 Technician - Winston-Salem Manufacturing

Shift: 7am to 3pm

As Maintenance Technician you will be responsible for supporting the operation of a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate must be able to conduct and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components. Must be able to apply knowledge of electrical/mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and restore in all areas of Manufacturing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Understanding and demonstrating the behavior that the safety of yourself and other coworkers is paramount and is the #1 priority here at WestRock.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown.
• Inspect mechanical and electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Disassemble machinery to remove parts and make repairs, reassemble machinery.
• Repair as needed mechanical or electrical systems to include repairing or replacing malfunctioning components.
• Repair as needed industrial material handling equipment to include battery operated as well as IC units up to but not including the most complex.
• Repair as needed basic electrical breakdowns.
• Calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specifications.
• Welding of structural steel assemblies and machine components.
• Fabrication of brackets, guards, devices, assemblies, and general construction.
• Repairs requiring basic Lathe and/or Mill work ability.
• Install or replace meters, regulators or related measuring control devices.
• Install equipment or attachments as needed on machinery or related structures.
• Understand mechanical drawings with the ability to determine the correct parts needed for repair.
• Understand and use computer software for documenting all daily activity including submitting accurate parts requests.
• Direct and assist with training employees in the Industrial Technician - I role to install, maintain, or repair equipment including print reading and electronic documentation.
• Respond to mechanical or basic electrical emergencies during non-standard business hours.
• Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Overtime is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• mechanical maintenance experience in industrial or manufacturing setting
• Military training and/or technical school preferred but not required.
• Computer experience/operation and PLC Programming
• Ability to maintain various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to work safely, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and comply with all safety regulations.
• A thorough knowledge of electrical components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes

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.