Maintenance Tech II

Smurfit-Westrock; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Bolingbrook, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to maintain reliability and safety of our manufacturing equipment. You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, support preventive maintenance, and help minimize downtime while developing your technical skills.

This role requires two years of industrial maintenance experience, ability to read blueprints, use hand and power tools, and work OT when needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of industrial maintenance experience with mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and maintenance docs.
• Experience using hand and power tools, precision measuring instruments, and basic machine shop equipment.
• Basic welding and metal fabrication skills.
• Capacity to work overtime and support non-standard hours.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts, aerial lifts, and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and material handling equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to maximize uptime and efficiency.
• Inspect equipment to identify failures and safety hazards.
• Read blueprints and schematics to support repairs and installations.
• Fabricate, weld, assemble, or modify components as needed.
• Document work in CMMS and manage parts requests.
• Mentor Maintenance Technician I team members.
• Uphold safety, quality, and continuous improvement standards.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Hand & power tool use

Welding basics

Safety compliance

Mentoring teammates

Troubleshooting documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS systems

Machine shop equipment

Welding 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.

Shift: M-F 6am-2pm overtime and weekends as needed

The Opportunity

When you join Smurfit Westrock, you will be joining a team that creates sustainable paper and packaging solutions that help move the world forward. As a Maintenance Technician II, you will play a critical role in maintaining the reliability, performance, and safety of our manufacturing equipment. You will troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical systems, support preventive maintenance efforts, and help minimize downtime across production operations. Working alongside experienced maintenance professionals, you will contribute to a safe, efficient, and productive manufacturing environment while continuing to develop your technical skills and expertise.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and material handling equipment to support safe and reliable plant operations.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and overall operational effectiveness.
• Inspect production equipment and systems to identify potential failures, safety hazards, and opportunities for improvement.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and mechanical drawings to support troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment installations.
• Fabricate, weld, assemble, and modify mechanical components, guards, brackets, and related equipment as needed.
• Utilize maintenance management systems and computer-based tools to document work performed, submit parts requests, and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Support and mentor Maintenance Technician I team members through training, guidance, and knowledge sharing.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

What You Need to Succeed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two years of industrial maintenance experience with mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Working knowledge of industrial mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and maintenance documentation.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, and basic machine shop equipment.
• Basic welding and metal fabrication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to document maintenance activities electronically.
• Ability to work overtime, respond to emergency maintenance situations, and support non-standard business hours as needed.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance-related equipment such as forklifts, aerial lifts, and personnel transport vehicles.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to all company policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical, vocational, or trade school training in industrial maintenance, mechanical maintenance, electrical systems, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing, packaging, paper, corrugated, or industrial production environment.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs, CMMS systems, and equipment reliability initiatives.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, conveyor, motor control, and automated manufacturing systems.
• Electrical authorization, journeyman certification, or other maintenance-related certifications.
• Experience training or mentoring junior maintenance technicians.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work in industrial manufacturing environments for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment in accordance with plant safety guidelines.
• Ability to work around moving machinery, elevated platforms, noise, dust, and varying temperatures.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work safely in an industrial environment.

The starting rate is $30-$32 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education.

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.