Multi-craft Maintenance Tech

Smurfit Westrock; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits after 2 months of employment

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock, a leader in sustainable packaging, is hiring an entry level Maintenance Technician in Missouri. You will support safe and reliable operation of automated industrial equipment by troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining electrical and mechanical systems.

Join a team focused on reducing downtime, improving equipment performance and delivering quality service. Shift is 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with potential overtime and benefits after 2 months of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience troubleshooting industrial electrical control systems to the component level.
• Working knowledge of automated industrial machinery, electrical controls, hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Basic welding skills and familiarity with air powered and electrically powered pumps.
• Computer literacy and the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to work first shift 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated industrial machinery and equipment.
• Install, set up, and troubleshoot drives, motors, and motor control circuits.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings to diagnose issues.
• Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems, bearings, pumps, encoders, and sensors.
• Perform basic welding and mechanical repairs to support equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with team to meet production goals and safety standards.
• Follow safety, quality, and company standards while maintaining a clean work area.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Read drawings

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Welding

Industrial machinery

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

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.

$25.84 / hour - Benefits available after 2 months of employment (medical/dental/vision/401K and more)

The Opportunity

When you join Smurfit Westrock, you will be joining a team that creates sustainable paper and packaging solutions that help move the world forward. As an entry level multi craft Maintenance Technician, you will support the safe and reliable operation of automated industrial equipment by troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical and mechanical systems. You will work closely with operations and maintenance partners to reduce downtime, improve equipment performance, and help deliver consistent quality and service to our customers.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated industrial machinery, including motors, servos, pumps, drives, relays, communication devices, industrial controls, electronic controls, and power transmission systems.
• Install, set up, and troubleshoot alternating current and direct current drives, three phase motors, and motor control circuits.
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings to diagnose equipment issues and complete repairs.
• Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems, bearings, pumps, encoders, sensors, and limit switches.
• Perform basic welding and mechanical repair work to support equipment reliability and plant operations.
• Partner with team members to support production goals, optimum quality, outstanding customer service, and continuous improvement.
• Follow applicable safety, quality, and company standards while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant and maintenance priorities.

What You Need to Succeed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to two years of experience troubleshooting industrial electrical control systems to the component level.
• Working knowledge of automated industrial machinery, electrical controls, power transmission equipment, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Basic welding skills and familiarity with air powered and electrically powered pumps.
• Computer literacy and the ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team.
• Ability to work first shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., move to other shifts as needed, and work daily or weekend overtime as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Military technical training or completion of a relevant technical school program.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the corrugated packaging industry.

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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.