Millwright Journeyman - Paper Mill

Smurfit-Westrock; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401K matching

Paid time off

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock’s pulp and paper mill in Longview, WA is actively seeking a journey-level Millwright to join our maintenance team. You will read blueprints, dismantle and overhaul machinery, and work with precision tools to support pulp and paper production.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 3+ years in industrial maintenance as a Millwright, and welding experience. Training and advancement are emphasized in a safety-conscious, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years’ experience in industrial maintenance as a journey-level Millwright; pulp and paper mill experience a plus.
• Formal apprenticeship or education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and schematics to determine procedures and assemble, dismantle, and overhaul machinery using hand and power tools.
• Perform welding of carbon and stainless steel as needed.
• Use precision tools (veneer calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, levels, gauge blocks, optical/laser alignment tooling).
• Maintain, repair, and improve equipment related to pulp and paper processes.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-motivation

Independent work

Communication skills

Mathematical/technical reading ability

Physical stamina/coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Arc welding

Job description

The Opportunity:

Smurfit Westrock’s pulp and paper mill located in Longview, WA is actively seeking to fill a journey-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 to be successful. May interact with management, engineering and vendors regarding new machinery/equipment selection, specifications, and set-up.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• 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


• Perform the duties of a welder such as arc welding, etc


• 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


• 3+ years’ experience working in an industrial maintenance environment as a journey level Millwright, previous experience in a pulp and paper mill would be considered a plus


• Formal apprenticeship or education preferred


• Experience welding carbon and stainless steel.


• 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)

The selection process

Compensation Offered

• Starting wage of $41.98/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.