Maintenance Technician

Smurfit Westrock; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Overtime potential

Career development

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock is seeking a maintenance professional for the St. Cloud facility, offering a 3rd shift (11pm-7am) and a focus on preventive maintenance, diagnosing issues, and safe repair work.

The role emphasizes using power and hand tools, following SOPs, and documenting daily activities in the company system. The ideal candidate has mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while communicating effectively with the team.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude with a strong ability to troubleshoot.
• Problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Use of precision measurement tools as well as other maintenance tools.
• Ability to work independently in a mature and professional manner.
• Ability to work various shifts / overtime / days per week.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery.
• Diagnosing and repairing machine failures.
• Using power tools and different hand tools to complete assigned maintenance tasks and work orders
• Following industry best practices, SOPs, LOTO procedures, and other safety guidelines
• Regular repair and maintenance is required in all areas of our facility
• Use of our computer system for work order implementation, recordkeeping of daily activities, and planned projects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Precision measurement tools

Independent worker

Communication skills

Shift flexibility

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

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. Smurfit WestRock is a leader in paper and packaging solutions. We are looking for great talent like you to join our Maintenance team in St. Cloud, MN! Are you looking for a unique opportunity to make an impact and solve challenges for the world’s best brands? We're seeking fresh perspectives to help us deliver value to the brands we serve. Let’s connect!

What We Offer

• Shift Available: 3rd Shift 11pm-7am
• Shift Positions, 8-hour
• Pay Range: $31.03 to $42.10/ hour (Wage based on experience and boiler certification class)
• Safety is #1 Priority Health, Dental and Vision Insurance + Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Overtime Potential
• Career Development Opportunities
• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.

The Opportunity

• Maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery.
• Diagnosing and repairing machine failures.
• Using power tools and different hand tools to complete assigned maintenance tasks and work orders
• Following industry best practices, SOPs, LOTO procedures, and other safety guidelines
• Regular repair and maintenance is required in all areas of our facility
• Use of our computer system for work order implementation, recordkeeping of daily activities, and planned projects.

Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude with a strong ability to troubleshoot
• Problem-solving and organizational skills
• Use of precision measurement tools as well as other maintenance tools
• Ability to work independently in a mature and professional manner.
• Ability to work various shifts / overtime / days per week.
• Excellent communication skills.

An Advantage If You Have The Following

• Boiler license - additional pay opportunities for qualified licenses. We also offer the ability to obtain your boiler certification.
• Experience in electrical troubleshooting and repair
• Mechanical Automation System Installation & Troubleshooting
• 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.
• A good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• A strong PLC trouble shooting and problem-solving ability with practical, mechanical & electrical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret both electrical and mechanical drawings.

We encourage people with the following backgrounds to apply: Automotive and Diesel Mechanics, Agriculture and Farming, HVAC and Facilities Maintenance, Manufacturing, Plumber, Pipefitters, Plastic and Injection Molding Technicians.

The salary range for this position is $31.03 - $42.10 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. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process.

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.