Millwright Intermediate - Paper Mill

Smurfit-Westrock; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock’s Longview, WA pulp and paper mill seeks an Intermediate level Millwright to maintain and repair equipment in the manufacturing process. The role requires mechanical aptitude, ability to read blueprints and schematics, and work with precision tools.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in industrial maintenance, and preferably a formal apprenticeship. Starting wage is $30.93/hour with benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years’ experience in industrial maintenance as an Intermediate Millwright.
• Formal apprenticeship or education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks in connection with the maintenance department.
• Repair and improve equipment related to pulp and paper processes.
• Read blueprints and schematics to determine procedures using hand and power tools.
• Work with precision tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators, levels).
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Schematic reading

Hand tools

Power tools

Communication skills

Independence

Mathematics

Education

High School Diploma

Trade apprenticeship

Tools

Industrial software

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:

WestRock’s pulp and paper mill located in Longview, WA is actively seeking to fill an Intermediate level Millwright position. A successful candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude and be willing and eager to invest time and energy in training to gain the necessary skills and knowledge required to be successful.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Perform a variety of maintenance-related tasks in connection with the maintenance department.
• Repair and/or make improvements to equipment related to pulp and paper manufacturing processes.
• Be able to read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures to assemble, dismantle and overhaul machinery and equipment using hand and power tools
• Work with a wide variety of precision tools such as veneer calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, levels, gauge blocks and optical and laser alignment tooling
• Perform a variety of maintenance related tasks in connection with the maintenance, repair and/or improvement to equipment related to pulp and paper manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years’ experience working in an industrial maintenance environment as an Intermediate level Millwright. Previous experience in a pulp and paper mill would be considered a plus.
• Formal apprenticeship or education preferred.
• Self-motivated, results driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision or direction.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, read and interpret technical documents, and operate moderately complex software and web-based programs.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills; customer-focused and a flexible, positive attitude.
• Have the appropriate body coordination with or without reasonable accommodation to do the following for extended periods of time: climb ladders, bending, twisting, kneeling, and crawling, pulling/pushing, standing, walking, and squatting in varying temperatures (hot/cold)

Compensation Offered

• Starting wage of $30.93/hour.

Benefits Offered

Smurfit Westrock offers a variety of benefits and group health insurance options, the premium costs of which are currently shared by employees and WestRock (e.g., health, dental, vision, disability, flexible spending account, HSA, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance program, matching 401K).

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• 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.