Maintenance Technician

Smurfit Westrock; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits after 30 days

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Liberty, MO is seeking a maintenance technician with a strong electrical and mechanical emphasis to support automated industrial equipment across our packaging operations.

The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of electro-automation installation and troubleshooting experience, can read electrical and mechanical drawings, and can install and service 3-phase drives and sensors. Flexibility for non-traditional hours and teamwork are required.

Qualifications

• 2-3 year of electro automation system installation and troubleshooting experience.
• Operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery including motors, servos, pumps, drives, relays, 3 phase power, and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Working knowledge of sensors, encoders, pneumatics, hydraulics, and power transmission equipment.
• Basic welding skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and troubleshoot electro-automation systems and controls.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and electrical control circuits.
• Support maintenance of pumps, drives, sensors, and 3-phase systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

PLC troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Hydraulics & pneumatics

3-phase power & drives

Welding basics

Encoders & sensors

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Military training or technical school preferred

Tools

N/A

Job description

Description & Requirements

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.

This position is considered a maintenance technician position with a strong electrical mechanical emphasis.

• Benefits available upon 1st day of the month after 30 days of employment (medical/dental/vision/401K and more)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Include

• 2-3 year of electro automation system installation and troubleshooting experience.
• Operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery which includes motors, servos, pumps, drives, relays, 3 phase power, communication devices, industrial/electronic controls, and power transmission systems.
• Understands hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to install and set up both A/C and D/C drives.
• PLC troubleshooting and problem-solving ability with practical, mechanical, and electrical aptitude.
• Able to read and interpret both electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Working knowledge of encoders and various types of sensors.
• Working knowledge of power transmission equipment, bearings, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Basic welding skills.
• Familiar with pumps; both air and electrical.
• Able to install and troubleshoot 3 phase motor control circuits.
• Knowledge of various types of sensors and limit switches.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Qualifications

Must be computer literate with a willingness to be an effective contributor to the plant's goal of producing optimum quality and outstanding service levels to our customers through effective teamwork.

Education / Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Military training or technical school preferred
• 5 years in troubleshooting industrial electrical control systems down to component level
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work flexible hours / non-traditional schedules and overtime as required
• Corrugated industry background is a plus, but not required
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check

WestRock makes consumer and corrugated packaging solutions that give our customers a winning edge in the global marketplace. Every day, our 50,000 team members combine practical innovations and rigorous execution in about 300 operating and business facilities across North America, South America, Europe and Asia to deliver products and services that answer unique local needs. We expect to win as a company and lead the industry by achieving success together with our customers, employees and investors.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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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.