Pipefitter Intermediate - Paper Mill

Smurfit Westrock; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401K matching

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Longview, WA seeks an Intermediate Pipefitter to join our uptime-focused maintenance team at the pulp and paper mill. You will perform piping system maintenance, read blueprints, weld where needed, and work with operators, engineers and management.

We value safety, reliability and hands-on problem solving. Candidates typically have 2+ years in industrial maintenance as a pipefitter or welding experience, OSHA safety awareness, and the ability to pass required welding tests.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in industrial maintenance as an intermediate pipefitter; pulp & paper mill experience a plus.
• Or 2+ years as an experienced Welder with ability to pass weld tests.
• AWS, WABO or equivalent weld certifications a plus.
• Formal apprenticeship or education preferred.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.
• Must pass a multi-phase physical.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance-related tasks in the maintenance department.
• Repair/improve equipment related to pulp and paper manufacturing processes.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, rigging, pipe threading machines, welding equipment, tube bending machines, and power tools.
• Read or sketch blueprints/drawings and perform fit ups.
• Layout and mark weld points on parts or subassemblies.
• Assemble components with fabrication of equipment as needed.
• Position pieces to be welded in jigs, holding fixtures and guides.
• Operate cutting equipment.
• Fabricate and assemble screwed piping and tubing; weld carbon steel and stainless steel.
• Select type and size of pipe based on job specs; read schematics.
• Troubleshoot industrial electrical equipment with test equipment.

Skills

Reading measurements

Welding principles

Basic mechanics

Power tools

Industrial safety

Self-motivated

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal apprenticeship or education

Tools

Welding equipment

Overhead cranes

Pipe threading machines

Tube bending machines

Measuring instruments

Job description

Description & Requirements

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.

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.

Intermediate Pipefitter - Longview, WA

300 Fibre Way, Longview, WA 98632

The Opportunity

Smurfit Westrock pulp and paper mill located in Longview, WA is actively seeking to fill an Intermediate-level Pipefitter position. The 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. This position will perform a variety of maintenance and repair activities on piping systems of all sizes in a large paper mill while adhering to safety protocols and policies. Some basic duties include inspecting and repairing piping systems and associated equipment, cutting, welding. Additionally, this position will interface operators, engineers, and management.

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.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, rigging, pipe threading machines, welding equipment, tube bending machines, and various power tools.
• Read or sketch blueprints/drawings and perform own fit ups.
• Layout and mark weld points on parts or subassemblies using rule, square, scribe or templates.
• Assembly of components with some fabrication of equipment as needed for the job.
• Position pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures, guides and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Operate cutting equipment.
• Fabricate and assemble screwed piping and tubing, fit weld pipe or butt weld pipe both carbon steel and stainless steel.
• Selecting type and size of pipe and related materials according to job specifications, knowledge of
• Troubleshooting industrial electrical equipment using the necessary test equipment like voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and oscilloscopes.

What You Need To Succeed

• 2+ years’ experience working in an industrial maintenance environment as an intermediate level pipefitter. Previous experience in a pulp and paper mill or other heavy industrial plant is a plus. Experience to include Reading and Taking Measurements, Welding Principles, Basic Mechanics, Power Tools, Industrial Safety
• Or 2+ years as an experienced Welder - Industrial Math, Weld, Reading, Blueprints & Schematics and must be able to pass either a 6” Carbon Steel pipe, stick weld test or a 2” Stainless steel tig weld test.
• AWS, WABO or equivalent weld certifications a plus.
• Experience reading and taking measurements, welding principles, basic mechanics, power tools, industrial safety.
• Formal apprenticeship or education preferred.
• Self-motivated, results driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision or direction.
• Basic knowledge and experience in computer usage.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Must be able to work rotating shifts.
• Must be able to pass a multi-phase physical.
• Must agree to complete sub-journeyman training program through training and testing provided by the company to reach Journeyman level status.

Compensation Offered

• Starting wage of $29.15/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 Smurfit 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.