Maintenance Tech I: Build Asset Reliability in Manufacturing

Smurfit Westrock; Silsbee (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is hiring a Maintenance Technician I at our Silsbee, TX extrusion facility. You will perform routine PMs, provide basic mechanical support, and follow safety guidelines. You will work with maintenance and production teams to uphold asset reliability and safety.

Responsibilities include lubrication, inspections, and equipment teardowns under supervision. Strong troubleshooting and SAP experience are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Complete Tech I CBT training within 1 year of hire or transfer date.
• Relevant hands-on maintenance experience.
• Ability to meet work schedule for straight days or rotating shift.
• Associate’s degree in related field (preferred).
• 3–5 years industrial experience (preferred).
• Electrical and instrumentation skills (preferred).
• Mechanical experience with drives, pumps, and related equipment (preferred).
• Excellent troubleshooting abilities and communication skills (preferred).
• SAP experience preferred (optional).

Responsibilities

• Execute standard lubrication, filter changes, and routine equipment inspections.
• Shadow higher-level techs during complex repairs and machine teardowns.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols and maintain clean workspaces.
• Log completed work orders and parts usage into the CMMS.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to improve asset reliability.
• Support asset maintenance and reliability initiatives and safety compliance.

Skills

Maintenance

Electrical skills

Instrumentation skills

Mechanical experience

Troubleshooting

SAP experience

Industrial experience

Team communication

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is hiring a Maintenance Technician I at our Silsbee, TX extrusion facility. You will perform routine PMs, provide basic mechanical support, and follow safety guidelines. You will work with maintenance and production teams to uphold asset reliability and safety.

Responsibilities include lubrication, inspections, and equipment teardowns under supervision. Strong troubleshooting and SAP experience are valued assets.