Maintenance Technician

Smurfit-Westrock; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401K program

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to provide electrical support, maintenance and repair for our manufacturing equipment. You will troubleshoot PLCs and drive systems, work with hydraulic and pneumatic subsystems, and read electrical schematics and drawings to identify issues.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of experience in industrial electrical control systems, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently with good communication and computer

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience troubleshooting industrial electrical control systems, including diagnosing issues down to the component level.
• Strong operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery, including motors (AC & DC), servos, pumps, drives, relays and 3‑phase power systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with sensors, limit switches and common industrial electrical components.
• Willingness to work varied hours and overtime as needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent; military training or technical school certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and timely electrical support in a manufacturing environment.
• Perform preventative maintenance, installation, service, repair and troubleshooting of operating machines.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings to diagnose issues.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and drive systems; work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems as needed.
• Weld skills are a plus but not required; strong computer and documentation skills.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisor; maintain accurate records.

Skills

Industrial electrical control systems

PLC troubleshooting

Reading electrical schematics

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Self motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; technical school certification preferred

Tools

Hydraulics & pneumatics

AC/DC drive systems

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.

Electrical Maintenance Technician

The opportunity:

Primary duties include providing safe and timely electrical support, preventative maintenance, installation, service, repair, troubleshooting and resolution of multiple operating machines within a manufacturing industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have mechanical and electrical experience, a familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics and have basic troubleshooting experience with proven ability of machine repair.

What You Need to Succeed

• 2–3 years of experience troubleshooting industrial electrical control systems, including diagnosing issues down to the component level.
• Strong operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery, including:
  • Motors (AC & DC)
  • Servos
  • Pumps (air and electric)
  • Drives
  • Relays
  • 3‑phase power systems
  • Communication devices
  • Industrial/electronic control systems
  • Power transmission systems
• Ability to install, configure, and troubleshoot AC and DC drive systems.
• PLC troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills, supported by strong practical mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with basic 3‑phase motor control circuits, including installation and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with sensors, limit switches, and common industrial electrical components.
• Understanding of bearings and power transmission equipment.
• Basic welding skills (preferred but not required).
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a mature, professional manner.
• Flexibility to work varied hours and overtime when needed.
• High school diploma or equivalent, with military training or technical school certification preferred.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive benefits package- including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401K, and short-term disability coverage.
• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• A career with a global packaging company where Safety, Sustainability, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

The salary range for this position is $29.00-$43.00 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.

WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

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.