Paper Mill Maintenance Mechanic: Day Shift, OT Eligible

Sonoco Products Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 44,083 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company  |

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sonoco Products Company in Richmond, VA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the Paper plant. The role focuses on maintaining and troubleshooting process equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with a strong emphasis on rigging and precise installation of components.

The ideal candidate will have 2-year Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance or 3–5 years of relevant experience and own their tools.

Qualifications

• 2-year Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years minimum work experience in Industrial Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Know process equipment used in a Paper Mill.
• Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Extensive understanding of rigging.
• Install couplings, bearings, pumps, rolls, motors, gearboxes and other equipment using alignment tools.
• Metal working including cutting and welding for fabrication.
• Knowledge of hydraulics; fittings a plus.
• Strong background in preventative maintenance.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Be a team player.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Rigging

Fabrication

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Preventive maintenance

Alignment tools

Education

Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance

Job description

Sonoco Products Company in Richmond, VA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the Paper plant. The role focuses on maintaining and troubleshooting process equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with a strong emphasis on rigging and precise installation of components.

The ideal candidate will have 2-year Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance or 3–5 years of relevant experience and own their tools.