Mechanical Millwright

Smurfit Westrock plc; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,489 - 62,914; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental plans

401(K) and Pension

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician for their Fernandina Beach Mill. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in an industrial setting and a strong understanding of mechanical systems.

This role comes with competitive hourly rates, comprehensive benefits including health and retirement plans, and potential relocation assistance. Join a company dedicated to sustainability and employee development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 2 years full-time or part-time work experience in the last 4 years.
• Capable of meeting physical requirements including working diverse schedules.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Assemble, dismantle, and overhaul machinery and equipment.
• Operate a variety of equipment such as cranes and welders.

Skills

Understanding of mechanical systems

Experience with precision tools

Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic systems

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Hoists

Welding machines

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.

Mechanical Maintenance Technician / Millwright - Fernandina Beach Mill

Relocation assistance may be provided!

The successful Smurfit Westrock team member will be working in a 24/7 continuous manufacturing operation. Employees must comply with all safety regulations and practices. Smurfit Westrock is a team based environment. We offer a competitive benefits package; Hourly rates range from $40.28 to $45.67 (shift), health, life, dental and vision plans, 401(K), Pension and employee assistance program, paid Holidays & Vacation (1-3 weeks based on experience). Relocation ($5,000 net) offered to eligible candidates.

Mechanical

• Understanding of and experience with reading drawings, Bills of Materials, parts identification, planning and scheduling
• Determine work procedures to assemble, dismantle and overhaul machinery and equipment
• Work with a wide variety of precision tools
• Perform a variety of maintenance related tasks in connection with the maintenance, repair and/or improvement to equipment
• Able to troubleshoot, PM, and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Laser align equipment, rebuild pumps, change machine bearings, operate cutting torch, weld plate and pipe, safely troubleshoot and repair hydraulic components, etc.
• Expertise with common paper mill equipment/components such as: conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, compressors, rolls bearings, seals, chains, sprockets, couplings, cylinders, valves, etc.
• Operate equipment such as hoists, cranes, fork-lifts, welding machines, burning rigs, etc.

What you need to succeed:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• 5+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Have a minimum of 2 years full-time or part-time work experience in the last 4 years
• Demonstrated the drive to achieve and have upward movement in various jobs
• Self-motivated desire to learn
• Capable of meeting physical requirements to include working weekends/holidays, around heat, noise, work inside/outside, etc.
• Has the mechanical, mathematical, and verbal aptitude to learn positions
• Proven record of performance
• Play by the rules and work well with others
• Able to complete and submit an employment application online
• Able to operate in heavy manufacturing site and work variable schedule and overtime as needed.

What we offer:

• 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 Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

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.