Maintenance Technician 2

Smurfit-Westrock; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Sick leave and paid holidays

Vacation and retirement plans

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs on production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role supports equipment reliability and safe operations, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement efforts across packaging lines.

Key responsibilities include maintaining 8-color printing presses, die cutters, laminating equipment and conveyors, and completing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Industrial Electric experience required.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Familiarity with CMMS software preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read safety rules and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance and repairs on production equipment.
• Support facility systems including air compressors, lighting, and plumbing.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and complete repairs promptly.
• Complete daily maintenance reports using email and CMMS.
• Maintain maintenance records and documentation.
• Communicate repair needs effectively with operations and leadership.

Skills

Industrial Electric experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Interpersonal communication

Basic computer proficiency

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heidelberg equipment

Bobst equipment

Profold equipment

Atlantic Zeiser equipment

Zebra equipment

Precision Finishing 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.

The Opportunity

This role is responsible for performing general mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repair activities for production equipment and facility systems. The Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, maintaining equipment reliability, and supporting safe and efficient operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs on production equipment, including:
  • 8-color printing presses
  • Die cutters and punches
  • Laminating equipment
  • Drop-on-Demand (DOD) printers and conveyors
  • Gluing systems
  • Wrapping systems
• Support facility systems, including air compressors, lighting, and plumbing.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and complete repairs in a timely manner.
• Complete daily maintenance reports using email and CMMS systems.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Communicate equipment issues and repair needs effectively with operations and leadership teams.
• Follow all safety procedures, work instructions, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Assist with continuous improvement efforts to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed

• High school diploma or GED.
• Industrial Electric experience required.
• Experience maintaining manufacturing equipment and production machinery preferred.
• Experience with Heidelberg, Bobst, Profold, Atlantic Zeiser, Zebra, or Precision Finishing equipment preferred.
• Familiarity with conveyor systems, vision systems, barcode printing, tracking software, and CMMS software preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and technical documentation.
• Ability to write basic correspondence and maintenance reports.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to perform intermediate mathematics, including decimals, fractions, and ratios.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Commitment to workplace safety and the ability to identify hazards and work safely with tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

What We Offer

• A workplace culture built on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with opportunities to expand technical skills and advance your career.
• Competitive compensation based on experience, skills, and performance.
• A career with a global packaging leader where Safety, Sustainability, and Inclusion are foundational to daily operations.
• Opportunities to work with advanced manufacturing equipment and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

The starting rate is $26 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.