Maintenance Technician

Smurfit Westrock; Donerville (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary reflecting skills

Comprehensive training

Referral incentive program

Boots/glasses reimbursement

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock in Lancaster, PA is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and to perform preventive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability.

The role requires reading European and U.S. schematics, repairing motors, drives, PLC-controlled equipment, and collaborating with the team while upholding safety and Lean improvements. Comprehensive training and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree or trade school certification preferred.
• Experience with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to quickly restore equipment performance.
• Interpret European and U.S. electrical schematics to diagnose issues and guide repairs.
• Repair AC/DC motors, drives, servo systems, and PLC-controlled equipment to maintain reliable operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime, including inspections, lubrication, part replacement, and calibration.
• Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Collaborate with maintenance leadership and team members to complete repairs safely and efficiently.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying root causes, recommending solutions, and enhancing equipment reliability.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Read electrical schematics

PLC troubleshooting

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or trade school certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Servo motor controls

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician.

Shift: 2nd (3pm-11pm).

Lancaster PA.

What we offer:

• 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.
• $1250 referral incentive program.
• Reimbursement for steel toes boots/shoes and prescription safety glasses.
• Additional site-specific benefits may include overtime opportunities, hands‑on training, development programs, employee recognition, team events, wellness resources, and other offerings that support your success at work and beyond.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to quickly restore equipment performance.
• Interpret European and U.S. electrical schematics to diagnose issues and guide repairs.
• Repair AC/DC motors, drives, servo systems, and PLC‑controlled equipment to maintain reliable operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime, including inspections, lubrication, part replacement, and calibration.
• Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
• Collaborate with maintenance leadership and team members to complete repairs safely and efficiently.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying root causes, recommending solutions, and enhancing equipment reliability.
• Uphold Smurfit WestRock’s values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect in all work performed.

What You Need to Succeed:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong electrical background, including:
  • AC/DC motor and drive troubleshooting.
  • PLC troubleshooting and programming.
  • Servo motor controls (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, etc.).
  • Ability to read European and U.S. electrical schematics.
• Mechanical repair experience (bearings, seals, gears, belts, pneumatic systems).
• Ability to operate computer‑based monitoring and control systems.
• Ability to lift/move 50+ lbs with assistance and perform physical tasks such as standing, climbing, kneeling, crawling, and overhead work.
• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts in a continuous‑run environment.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to complete pre‑task analysis forms.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical degree or trade school certification.
• 7+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience in corrugated manufacturing.
• Experience calibrating pneumatic systems and maintaining industrial tools.
• Familiarity with OEM equipment standards and high‑speed production environments.